December weather forecast
Farmer, SD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Throughout December, Farmer witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Farmer, South Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Farmer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Farmer are January through April, October through December. In Farmer, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Farmer, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Farmer, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Farmer, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Farmer in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Farmer, is 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 16°F (-8.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Farmer?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Farmer?

In Farmer, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.9 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Farmer?

In Farmer, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Farmer?

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

How many hours of daylight does Farmer have in December?

In Farmer, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Farmer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Farmer have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Farmer?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Farmer, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Farmer, SD

Average temperature in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average pressure in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average wind speed in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average humidity in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average rainfall in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average snowfall in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average UV index in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Farmer, 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
Farmer, SD

Average visibility in December - Farmer, 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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