December weather forecast
Fedora, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Fedora, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

December brings with it a considerable temperature decrease, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's chilly 45°F (7.2°C) to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Fedora observes an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C) during December.

Humidity

In Fedora, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Fedora, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fedora, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fedora is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. 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 it in Fedora in December?

Fedora in December has an average high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fedora?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fedora, South Dakota, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Fedora in December?

In Fedora, 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 Fedora?

In Fedora, South Dakota, 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 Fedora?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fedora have in December?

In December, the average day length in Fedora is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fedora?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fedora have in December?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fedora?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fedora 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
Fedora, SD

Average temperature in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average pressure in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average wind speed in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average humidity in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average rainfall in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average snowfall in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

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

Average sunshine days in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average UV index in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Fedora, 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
Fedora, SD

Average visibility in December - Fedora, 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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