December weather forecastGayville, SD

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gayville, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

Gayville's December weather is marked by a distinct drop in high-temperatures, declining from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). During December nights, Gayville records an average temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Gayville, South Dakota, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Gayville, South Dakota, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gayville, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Gayville. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gayville.
On the first day of December in Gayville, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gayville is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

In Gayville, South Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

December is the month with the most snowfall in Gayville, South Dakota. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

In Gayville, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gayville, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Gayville, South Dakota, is 4.7h.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gayville, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Gayville, SD

  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Gayville, 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).