December weather forecast
Artesian, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Artesian, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16°F (-8.9°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

As Artesian transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a frosty 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). During December, Artesian observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Artesian, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Artesian, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Artesian, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Artesian, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

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 7:47 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Artesian, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Artesian is 4.7h.

UV index

In Artesian, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Artesian in December?

In Artesian, 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 16°F (-8.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Artesian?

The average relative humidity in December in Artesian is 83%.

How much does it rain in Artesian in December?

In December, in Artesian, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Artesian in December?

In Artesian, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Artesian?

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

How many hours of daylight does Artesian have in December?

The average day length in December in Artesian is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Artesian?

On the first day of December in Artesian, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Artesian?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Artesian, South Dakota, is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Artesian?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Artesian, SD

Average temperature in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Artesian, SD

Average pressure in December - Artesian, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Artesian, SD

Average wind speed in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Artesian, SD

Average humidity in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Artesian, SD

Average rainfall in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Artesian, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Artesian, SD

Average snowfall in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Artesian, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Artesian, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Artesian, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Artesian, SD

Average UV index in December - Artesian, 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 January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Artesian, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Artesian, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Artesian, SD

Average visibility in December - Artesian, 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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