Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's arrival witnesses a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, receding from November's icy 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Hetland in December experiences a low-temperature average of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).Humidity
In Hetland, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In December, in Hetland, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hetland, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Hetland are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hetland, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hetland.On the first day of December in Hetland, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hetland is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Hetland?
How many days does it snow in December in Hetland?
What is the month with the shortest days in Hetland?
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How many hours of sunshine does Hetland have in December?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Hetland?
Average temperature in December
Hetland, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 13.6°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°F).
Average pressure in December
Hetland, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Hetland, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Hetland, SD
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Hetland, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Hetland, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hetland, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 4.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hetland, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 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, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hetland, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hetland, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Hetland, SD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Hetland, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Hetland, 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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