December weather forecast
Clear Lake, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Clear Lake, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 14°F (-10°C).

Temperature

December signals a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's wintry 41.4°F (5.2°C) to a subzero cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). In the month of December, Clear Lake experiences an average low-temperature of 14°F (-10°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Clear Lake, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Clear Lake, there are 101.9 rainfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Clear Lake. In Clear Lake, in December, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow. In Clear Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 14.02" (356mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Clear Lake, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Clear Lake?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Clear Lake, South Dakota, are 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and 14°F (-10°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clear Lake?

In Clear Lake, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Clear Lake in December?

In Clear Lake, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Clear Lake?

In Clear Lake, in December, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clear Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Clear Lake, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Clear Lake?

In Clear Lake, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Clear Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Clear Lake, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clear Lake have in December?

In Clear Lake, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clear Lake?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average temperature in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average pressure in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"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
Clear Lake, SD

Average wind speed in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average humidity in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average rainfall in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average snowfall in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.15"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Clear Lake, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clear Lake, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average UV index in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Clear Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Clear Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Clear Lake, SD

Average visibility in December - Clear Lake, 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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