December weather forecast
Lake Norden, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lake Norden, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 12.4°F (-10.9°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). Lake Norden's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lake Norden is 87%.

Rainfall

In Lake Norden, South Dakota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Norden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lake Norden are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lake Norden in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Lake Norden, is 23.7°F (-4.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Norden?

In December, the average relative humidity in Lake Norden, South Dakota, is 87%.

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

In December, in Lake Norden, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Lake Norden?

The months with the most snowfall in Lake Norden, South Dakota, are January and December, with an average 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Lake Norden in December?

In Lake Norden, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

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

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

How many hours of daylight does Lake Norden have in December?

The average day length in December in Lake Norden, South Dakota, is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lake Norden?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lake Norden, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lake Norden, South Dakota, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lake Norden?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Lake Norden?

In Lake Norden, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average temperature in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average pressure in December - Lake Norden, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average wind speed in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average humidity in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average rainfall in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average snowfall in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Norden, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average UV index in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Norden, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Lake Norden, SD

Average visibility in December - Lake Norden, 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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