December weather forecast
Vivian, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vivian, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

Vivian in December sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). An average low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Vivian, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Vivian, during the entire year, the rain falls for 98.5 days and collects up to 13.7" (348mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vivian are January through May, October through December. In Vivian, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Vivian, there are 41.4 snowfall days, and 13.07" (332mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Vivian experiences an average high-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and a low-temperature of 16.3°F (-8.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Vivian is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Vivian, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Vivian, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Vivian?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Vivian have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Vivian are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Vivian, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vivian, SD

Average temperature in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Vivian, SD

Average pressure in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Vivian, SD

Average wind speed in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Vivian, SD

Average humidity in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Vivian, SD

Average rainfall in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Vivian, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vivian, SD

Average snowfall in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vivian, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vivian, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Vivian, SD

Average UV index in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Vivian, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Vivian, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Vivian, SD

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

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

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