December weather forecast
Ethan, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ethan, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

As Ethan steps into December, the average high-temperature decreases significantly from the a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) of November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Throughout the nights in December, Ethan experiences an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ethan is 83%.

Rainfall

In Ethan, South Dakota, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ethan, there are 93.2 rainfall days, and 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Ethan, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ethan, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Ethan, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Ethan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ethan in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ethan?

The average relative humidity in December in Ethan, South Dakota, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Ethan in December?

In Ethan, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ethan?

In Ethan, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ethan?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Ethan, South Dakota, is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ethan?

On the first day of December in Ethan, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ethan?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ethan is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ethan?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ethan is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ethan, SD

Average temperature in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ethan, SD

Average pressure in December - Ethan, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ethan, SD

Average wind speed in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ethan, SD

Average humidity in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ethan, SD

Average rainfall in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ethan, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ethan, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Ethan, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ethan, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ethan, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ethan, SD

Average UV index in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Ethan, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Ethan, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Ethan, SD

Average visibility in December - Ethan, 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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