December weather forecast
Bushnell, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bushnell, 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

The arrival of December brings a significant change in Bushnell's weather, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to an extreme cold 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bushnell, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Bushnell, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Bushnell, 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 is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bushnell, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

In Bushnell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bushnell in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Bushnell, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bushnell?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Bushnell?

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

How much does it snow in Bushnell in December?

In Bushnell, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bushnell?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bushnell have in December?

The average day length in December in Bushnell is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bushnell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bushnell have in December?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bushnell?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bushnell, South Dakota, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average temperature in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average pressure in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average wind speed in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average humidity in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average rainfall in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average snowfall in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

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

Average sunshine days in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average UV index in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average visibility in December - Bushnell, 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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