December weather forecastCenterville, SD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Centerville, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low of 17.1°F (-8.3°C).Temperature
As Centerville transitions into December, a noticeable drop in the average high-temperature is observed, falling from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). During December, Centerville records an average temperature of 17.1°F (-8.3°C) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Centerville is 83%.Rainfall
In Centerville, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.4 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Centerville, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.8 snowfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Centerville, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Centerville, South Dakota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Centerville, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.1°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 (11.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Centerville, SD
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Centerville, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Centerville, SD
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).
Average rainfall in December
Centerville, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 0.67"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.05").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.31").
Average rainfall days in December
Centerville, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Centerville, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Centerville, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Centerville, SD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Centerville, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Centerville, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Centerville, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Centerville, 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).
