December weather forecast
Centerville, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Centerville, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Temperature

Centerville's December weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In Centerville, the average nighttime temperature during December is 17.1°F (-8.3°C).

Humidity

In Centerville, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Centerville, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Centerville, South Dakota, there are 97.4 rainfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Centerville, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Centerville, South Dakota, there are 31.8 snowfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Centerville, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Centerville. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Centerville?

In December, in Centerville, the average high-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 17.1°F (-8.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Centerville?

In Centerville, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Centerville?

In Centerville, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Centerville in December?

In Centerville, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Centerville?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Centerville have in December?

The average day length in December in Centerville is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Centerville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Centerville, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Centerville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Centerville?

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.

What is the UV index reading in December in Centerville?

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

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).

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Average pressure in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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Average humidity in December
Centerville, SD

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Centerville, SD

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Centerville, SD

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Centerville, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Centerville, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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Average UV index in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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Average visibility in December
Centerville, SD

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).

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