December weather forecast
Wessington, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wessington, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.9°F (-9.5°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). Wessington's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.3 rainfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wessington, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 47.1 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wessington, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Wessington, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Wessington is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts 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. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wessington in December?

December temperatures in Wessington, South Dakota, vary between a high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 14.9°F (-9.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wessington?

In Wessington, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Wessington in December?

In Wessington, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wessington?

In Wessington, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wessington?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Wessington, South Dakota, is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wessington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wessington, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wessington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Wessington, South Dakota, is 4.4h.

How high is the UV index in December in Wessington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Wessington, SD

Average temperature in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Wessington, SD

Average pressure in December - Wessington, 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, SD

Average wind speed in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Wessington, SD

Average humidity in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Wessington, SD

Average rainfall in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Wessington, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wessington, SD

Average snowfall in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wessington, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wessington, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Wessington, SD

Average UV index in December - Wessington, 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 February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wessington, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Wessington, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Wessington, SD

Average visibility in December - Wessington, 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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