December weather forecast
Glenham, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Glenham, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, a clear downswing in temperatures is observed, with average highs retreating from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Glenham, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glenham, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Glenham, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Glenham are January through May, October through December. In Glenham, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow. In Glenham, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Glenham, South Dakota, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Glenham, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Glenham?

During December, Glenham experiences an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glenham?

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

How much does it rain in Glenham in December?

In December, in Glenham, South Dakota, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Glenham in December?

In Glenham, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glenham?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

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

In Glenham, the average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Glenham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Glenham, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glenham have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Glenham?

The months with the lowest UV index in Glenham are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Glenham?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Glenham is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glenham, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Glenham, SD

Average pressure in December - Glenham, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Glenham, SD

Average wind speed in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Glenham, SD

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Glenham, SD

Average rainfall in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Glenham, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Glenham, SD

Average snowfall in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Glenham, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 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
Glenham, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Glenham, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Glenham, SD

Average UV index in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Glenham, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Glenham, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Glenham, SD

Average visibility in December - Glenham, 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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