December weather forecastAlpena, SD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Alpena, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Temperature
As November transitions into December, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Alpena experiences an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) in month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Alpena is 84%.Rainfall
In Alpena, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alpena, there are 101.8 rainfall days, and 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alpena, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Alpena, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Alpena, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Alpena, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Alpena, 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
Alpena, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Alpena, SD
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).
Average rainfall in December
Alpena, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in December
Alpena, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Alpena, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 2.95"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Alpena, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alpena, SD
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Alpena, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Alpena, SD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Alpena, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Alpena, 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).
