December weather forecast
Badger, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Badger, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

Badger experiences a clear temperature downturn in December, with average high-temperatures moving from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a frigid cold 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Badger, South Dakota, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Badger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Badger, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. In Badger, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Badger, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Badger, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Badger, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In Badger, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Badger in December?

In December, in Badger, the average high-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Badger?

In Badger, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Badger in December?

In December, in Badger, South Dakota, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Badger?

In December, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Badger?

December has the shortest days of the year in Badger, South Dakota, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Badger have in December?

In Badger, the average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Badger?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Badger have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Badger, South Dakota, is 4.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Badger?

In Badger, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Badger, SD

Average temperature in December - Badger, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Badger, SD

Average pressure in December - Badger, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Badger, SD

Average wind speed in December - Badger, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Badger, SD

Average humidity in December - Badger, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Badger, SD

Average rainfall in December - Badger, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Badger, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Badger, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Badger, SD

Average snowfall in December - Badger, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Badger, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Badger, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 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, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Badger, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Badger, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Badger, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Badger, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Badger, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Badger, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Badger, SD

Average visibility in December - Badger, 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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