December weather forecast
White Lake, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in White Lake, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 16.9°F (-8.4°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 16.9°F (-8.4°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in White Lake, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In White Lake, in December, snow falls for 9.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in White Lake, there are 50.9 snowfall days, and 17.87" (454mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in White Lake, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In White Lake, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

In White Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in White Lake in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in White Lake, South Dakota, are 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 16.9°F (-8.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in White Lake?

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

How many days does it rain in December in White Lake?

In White Lake, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in White Lake in December?

In White Lake, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in White Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in White Lake, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in White Lake?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in White Lake?

On the first day of December in White Lake, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in White Lake?

The average sunshine duration in December in White Lake is 4.9h.

How high is the UV index in December in White Lake?

In White Lake, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
White Lake, SD

Average temperature in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°F).

Average pressure in December
White Lake, SD

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

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

Average wind speed in December
White Lake, SD

Average wind speed in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
White Lake, SD

Average humidity in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

Average rainfall in December
White Lake, SD

Average rainfall in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
White Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
White Lake, SD

Average snowfall in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
White Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
White Lake, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
White Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
White Lake, SD

Average UV index in December - White Lake, 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
White Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in December - White Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
White Lake, SD

Average visibility in December - White Lake, 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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