December weather forecast
Bruce, SD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

As December arrives, Bruce's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from November's cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In December, Bruce experiences a temperature dip to an average of 13.6°F (-10.2°C) at night.

Humidity

In Bruce, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Bruce, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bruce, 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 Bruce, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bruce is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bruce, South Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bruce?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bruce, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). In July, 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 calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bruce?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Bruce?

In December, in Bruce, 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 Bruce?

In Bruce, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bruce?

The month with the shortest days in Bruce is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bruce have in December?

In December, the average day length in Bruce is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bruce?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bruce, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bruce have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bruce is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bruce?

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

Average temperature in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average pressure in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average wind speed in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average humidity in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average rainfall in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average snowfall in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average UV index in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Bruce, 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
Bruce, SD

Average visibility in December - Bruce, 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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