December weather forecast
Watauga, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Watauga, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

Watauga, South Dakota, in December experiences a marked decrease in the average high-temperature, descending from November's icy 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). During the nights in December, Watauga observes an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Watauga, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Watauga, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Watauga, there are 65.8 snowfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Watauga, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Watauga, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Watauga in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Watauga, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.4°F (-9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Watauga?

In Watauga, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Watauga?

In Watauga, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Watauga in December?

In Watauga, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watauga?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Watauga.

What is the average length of the day in December in Watauga?

In Watauga, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Watauga?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Watauga, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:11 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Watauga have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Watauga is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Watauga?

The month with the lowest UV index in Watauga is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Watauga?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. 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 temperature in December
Watauga, SD

Average temperature in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°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 (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°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 (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Watauga, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Watauga, SD

Average wind speed in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Watauga, SD

Average humidity in December - Watauga, 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 (51%).

Average rainfall in December
Watauga, SD

Average rainfall in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Watauga, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watauga, SD

Average snowfall in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watauga, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Watauga, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Watauga, SD

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Watauga, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Watauga, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Watauga, SD

Average visibility in December - Watauga, 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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