December weather forecast
Flandreau, SD

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Weather in December

December brings the full onset of winter in Flandreau. The temperatures drop dramatically, making the weather quite cold. December, in fact, is marked by a significant increase in snowfall with an accumulation of 4.8" (122mm). The decrease in daylight hours and a fall in UV index prepare residents for indoor activities. While outside, the city is beautifully adorned in a cover of white, setting the scene for another round of winter festivities.

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December in Flandreau, falling from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Flandreau, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Flandreau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.8 days and collects up to 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Flandreau are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Flandreau is December, when snow falls for 11.6 days and typically aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Flandreau, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Flandreau are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Flandreau?

The high-temperature during December is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Flandreau?

In December, the average relative humidity in Flandreau, South Dakota, is 86%.

How much does it rain in Flandreau in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Flandreau?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Flandreau in December?

In Flandreau, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Flandreau?

The month with the shortest days in Flandreau, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Flandreau have in December?

In Flandreau, the average day length in December is 8h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Flandreau?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Flandreau have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Flandreau is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Flandreau?

The months with the lowest UV index in Flandreau, South Dakota, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Flandreau?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Flandreau, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Flandreau, SD

Average temperature in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Flandreau, SD

Average pressure in December - Flandreau, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Flandreau, SD

Average wind speed in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Flandreau, SD

Average humidity in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Flandreau, SD

Average rainfall in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.15").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Flandreau, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Flandreau, SD

Average snowfall in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Flandreau, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Flandreau, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Flandreau, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Flandreau, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Flandreau, SD

Average UV index in December - Flandreau, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Flandreau, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Flandreau, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Flandreau, SD

Average visibility in December - Flandreau, 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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