December weather forecast
Hazel, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hazel, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature marks the arrival of December, falling from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Hazel generally drops to a low average of 12.4°F (-10.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hazel is 87%.

Rainfall

In Hazel, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hazel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hazel. The months with the most snowfall in Hazel are January and December, with an average 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hazel.
On the first day of December in Hazel, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hazel, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hazel in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hazel, is 23.7°F (-4.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 12.4°F (-10.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hazel?

The average relative humidity in December in Hazel, South Dakota, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hazel?

In Hazel, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Hazel?

The months with the most snowfall are January and December, with an average 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Hazel in December?

In Hazel, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hazel?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hazel.

How many hours of daylight does Hazel have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hazel?

On the first day of December in Hazel, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hazel have in December?

In Hazel, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hazel?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hazel?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Hazel, SD

Average temperature in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hazel, SD

Average pressure in December - Hazel, 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
Hazel, SD

Average wind speed in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hazel, SD

Average humidity in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hazel, SD

Average rainfall in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hazel, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hazel, SD

Average snowfall in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hazel, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hazel, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hazel, SD

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Hazel, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Hazel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Hazel, SD

Average visibility in December - Hazel, 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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