Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Dolton experiences a clear temperature downturn in December, with average high-temperatures moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average 15.4°F (-9.2°C) during December.Humidity
In Dolton, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In Dolton, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dolton, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dolton. The month with the most snowfall in Dolton, South Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dolton.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Dolton is 4.3h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Dolton?
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How much does it snow in Dolton in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Dolton?
How many hours of daylight does Dolton have in December?
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When is the lowest UV index in Dolton?
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Average temperature in December
Dolton, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Dolton, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dolton, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).
Average humidity in December
Dolton, SD
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Dolton, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 4.21"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dolton, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dolton, SD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min
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 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dolton, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Dolton, SD
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Dolton, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Dolton, 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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