December weather forecast
Wessington Springs, SD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, dropping from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Wessington Springs reports an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Wessington Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Wessington Springs, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Wessington Springs, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wessington Springs, 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 7:49 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wessington Springs, records 27.3°F (-2.6°C), while the low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wessington Springs, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wessington Springs, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Wessington Springs?

In Wessington Springs, the average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wessington Springs, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Wessington Springs, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wessington Springs, SD

Average temperature in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average pressure in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average wind speed in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average humidity in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average UV index in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Wessington Springs, 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
Wessington Springs, SD

Average visibility in December - Wessington Springs, 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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