December weather forecast
Cavour, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cavour, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and an average low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Temperature

As Cavour welcomes December, the average high-temperature witnesses a distinct drop, moving from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In December, in Cavour, the average low-temperature is a still freezing cold 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

In Cavour, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cavour, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cavour, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.3 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cavour.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cavour in December?

During December, Cavour experiences an average high-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and a low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°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 appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cavour?

The average relative humidity in December in Cavour, South Dakota, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cavour?

In Cavour, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cavour in December?

In Cavour, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cavour?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cavour have in December?

In Cavour, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cavour?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cavour have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cavour, South Dakota, is 4.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Cavour?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cavour, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cavour, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cavour, SD

Average pressure in December - Cavour, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cavour, SD

Average wind speed in December - Cavour, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cavour, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cavour, SD

Average rainfall in December - Cavour, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cavour, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Cavour, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cavour, SD

Average snowfall in December - Cavour, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cavour, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Cavour, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 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
Cavour, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cavour, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cavour, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Cavour, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cavour, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Cavour, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Cavour, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Cavour, SD

Average visibility in December - Cavour, 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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