December weather forecast
Barnard, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Barnard, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 11.8°F (-11.2°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

In Barnard, the average high-temperature in December significantly decreases from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). During December, Barnard experiences an average low-temperature of 11.8°F (-11.2°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Barnard is 86%.

Rainfall

In Barnard, South Dakota, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 92.3 rainfall days, and 15.28" (388mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Barnard, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Barnard, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Barnard. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Barnard in December?

The high-temperature during December is 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and the low-temperature is 11.8°F (-11.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), 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 Barnard?

The average relative humidity in December in Barnard, South Dakota, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Barnard in December?

In Barnard, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Barnard?

The months with the most snowfall in Barnard are January and December, with an average 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Barnard?

In Barnard, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Barnard?

The month with the shortest days in Barnard is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Barnard have in December?

The average day length in December in Barnard is 8h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Barnard?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Barnard have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Barnard?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Barnard is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Barnard, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Barnard, SD

Average pressure in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Barnard, SD

Average wind speed in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and October (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Barnard, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Barnard, SD

Average rainfall in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Barnard, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Barnard, SD

Average snowfall in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Barnard, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 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
Barnard, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Barnard, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Barnard, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Barnard, SD

Average UV index in December - Barnard, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Barnard, SD

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Barnard, SD

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (5mi).

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