December weather forecast
Wakonda, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wakonda, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

Wakonda experiences a clear temperature downturn in December, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Wakonda witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Wakonda, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Wakonda, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wakonda, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Wakonda, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Wakonda, 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 18°F (-7.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wakonda, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wakonda, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wakonda?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wakonda, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wakonda?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wakonda, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wakonda have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Wakonda, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wakonda, SD

Average wind speed in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Wakonda, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Wakonda, SD

Average rainfall in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Wakonda, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wakonda, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wakonda, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wakonda, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wakonda, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wakonda, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Wakonda, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Wakonda, SD

Average visibility in December - Wakonda, 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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