December weather forecast
Warner, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Warner, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

As Warner transitions into December, the average high-temperature shows a marked reduction, decreasing from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Warner, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Warner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Warner are January through May, October through December. In Warner, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Warner, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Warner, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Warner?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Warner, South Dakota, during December are 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Warner?

In Warner, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Warner?

In Warner, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Warner in December?

In Warner, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Warner?

The month with the shortest days in Warner is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Warner have in December?

The average day length in December in Warner is 8h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Warner?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Warner?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Warner?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Warner, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Warner, SD

Average temperature in December - Warner, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Warner, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Warner, SD

Average wind speed in December - Warner, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Warner, SD

Average humidity in December - Warner, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Warner, SD

Average rainfall in December - Warner, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Warner, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Warner, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Warner, SD

Average snowfall in December - Warner, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Warner, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Warner, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Warner, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Warner, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Warner, SD

Average UV index in December - Warner, 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Warner, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Warner, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Warner, SD

Average visibility in December - Warner, 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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