December weather forecast
Brandon, SD

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Weather in December

December in Brandon is synonymous with cold winter weather. The temperatures sometimes fall to extreme lows, and the city experiences less daylight. The dominant cloud coverage of 53% results in occasional snowfall, coating the city in a beautiful winter-white blanket. The arrival of Christmas season brings a festive spirit to the city, despite the chilly weather conditions. The remarkable decrease in average temperatures marks the end of the year, and Brandon readies itself to begin the cycle anew with January.

Temperature

The onset of December in Brandon brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to a still subzero cold 15.3°F (-9.3°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Brandon, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Brandon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.2 days and collects up to 20.67" (525mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Brandon. In Brandon, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Brandon, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 18.94" (481mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Brandon, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Brandon are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Brandon in December?

In Brandon, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 15.3°F (-9.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Brandon?

The average relative humidity in December in Brandon is 84%.

How much does it rain in Brandon in December?

In Brandon, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Brandon in December?

In December, in Brandon, South Dakota, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Brandon?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Brandon?

In December, the average day length in Brandon, South Dakota, is 9h and 0min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Brandon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brandon have in December?

In Brandon, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Brandon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Brandon is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Brandon, SD

Average temperature in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Brandon, SD

Average pressure in December - Brandon, 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
Brandon, SD

Average wind speed in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Brandon, SD

Average humidity in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Brandon, SD

Average rainfall in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Brandon, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Brandon, SD

Average snowfall in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Brandon, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (10 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
Brandon, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brandon, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Brandon, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Brandon, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Brandon, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Brandon, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Brandon, SD

Average visibility in December - Brandon, 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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