December weather forecast
Virgil, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Virgil, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and max 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Virgil sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Virgil averages of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Virgil, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Virgil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Virgil, South Dakota, are January through April, October through December. In Virgil, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Virgil, there are 42.3 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Virgil, South Dakota, is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Virgil is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Virgil in December?

In December, in Virgil, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Virgil?

In Virgil, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Virgil in December?

In Virgil, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Virgil?

In Virgil, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Virgil?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Virgil.

How many hours of daylight does Virgil have in December?

In Virgil, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Virgil?

On the first day of December in Virgil, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Virgil have in December?

In Virgil, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Virgil?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Virgil, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Virgil, SD

Average temperature in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Virgil, SD

Average pressure in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Virgil, SD

Average wind speed in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Virgil, SD

Average humidity in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
Virgil, SD

Average rainfall in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Virgil, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Virgil, SD

Average snowfall in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Virgil, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Virgil, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Virgil, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Virgil, SD

Average UV index in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Virgil, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Virgil, SD

Average visibility in December - Virgil, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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