December weather forecast
Dallas, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dallas, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Dallas sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Dallas throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dallas is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dallas, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dallas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dallas is 5.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Dallas, South Dakota, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. 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 Dallas in December?

In Dallas, 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.3°F (-7.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dallas?

In Dallas, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dallas?

In Dallas, South Dakota, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Dallas?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Dallas, South Dakota. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Dallas?

In Dallas, in December, during 8 snowfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dallas?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dallas?

The average day length in December in Dallas, South Dakota, is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dallas?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dallas, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dallas have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dallas?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Dallas?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dallas, SD

Average temperature in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dallas, SD

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

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Average wind speed in December
Dallas, SD

Average wind speed in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dallas, SD

Average humidity in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dallas, SD

Average rainfall in December - Dallas, 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 (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dallas, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dallas, SD

Average snowfall in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dallas, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Dallas, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dallas, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dallas, SD

Average UV index in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dallas, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Dallas, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Dallas, SD

Average visibility in December - Dallas, 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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