December weather forecast
Allen, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Allen, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a minimum average of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.7 rainfall days, and 13.66" (347mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Allen. In Allen, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. In Allen, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.4 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Allen is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Allen, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Allen?

December, having an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C), is the coldest month in Allen.

How cold is it in Allen in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Allen, is 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Allen?

The average relative humidity in December in Allen is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Allen?

In Allen, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Allen?

In Allen, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Allen?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Allen.

How many hours of daylight does Allen have in December?

The average day length in December in Allen, South Dakota, is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Allen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Allen have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Allen is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Allen?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Allen, South Dakota.

How high is the UV index in December in Allen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Allen, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Allen, SD

Average temperature in December - Allen, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Allen, SD

Average pressure in December - Allen, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Allen, SD

Average wind speed in December - Allen, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Allen, SD

Average humidity in December - Allen, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

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Average rainfall in December
Allen, SD

Average rainfall in December - Allen, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Allen, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Allen, SD

Average snowfall in December - Allen, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Allen, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Allen, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Allen, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Allen, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Allen, SD

Average UV index in December - Allen, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Allen, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Allen, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Allen, SD

Average visibility in December - Allen, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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