December weather forecast
West Britton, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in West Britton, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, West Britton's weather experiences a distinct temperature drop, moving from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a subzero cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C). Throughout the month of December, West Britton observes an average nighttime temperature of 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In West Britton, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In West Britton, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.5 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

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 7:52 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In West Britton, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

In West Britton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Britton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 22.6°F (-5.2°C) and 12.2°F (-11°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Britton, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Britton?

In West Britton, in December, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall in West Britton. Snow falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Britton, in December, during 15.2 snowfall days, 4.61" (117mm) 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 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In West Britton, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Britton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
West Britton, SD

Average temperature in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
West Britton, SD

Average pressure in December - West Britton, 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
West Britton, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
West Britton, SD

Average humidity in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (62%).

Average rainfall in December
West Britton, SD

Average rainfall in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
West Britton, SD

Average rainfall days in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Britton, SD

Average snowfall in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Britton, SD

Average snowfall days in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Britton, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Britton, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Britton, SD

Average sunshine days in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
West Britton, SD

Average UV index in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Britton, SD

Average cloud cover in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
West Britton, SD

Average visibility in December - West Britton, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).

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