December weather forecast
Holmquist, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Holmquist, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average low-temperature, in December, in Holmquist, is an extreme cold 11.5°F (-11.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Holmquist is 88%.

Rainfall

In Holmquist, South Dakota, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.9 rainfall days, and 22.09" (561mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Holmquist. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Holmquist, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Holmquist, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Holmquist is 3.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Holmquist?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Holmquist during December are 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 11.5°F (-11.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Holmquist?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Holmquist in December?

In Holmquist, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Holmquist?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.6 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Holmquist in December?

In December, in Holmquist, South Dakota, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Holmquist?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Holmquist, South Dakota.

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

In Holmquist, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Holmquist?

On the first day of December in Holmquist, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Holmquist?

In Holmquist, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Holmquist?

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

Average temperature in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Holmquist, SD

Average pressure in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Holmquist, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Holmquist, SD

Average humidity in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Holmquist, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Holmquist, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Holmquist, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 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
Holmquist, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Holmquist, 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: 3h and 4min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Holmquist, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Holmquist, SD

Average UV index in December - Holmquist, 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
Holmquist, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Holmquist, SD

Average visibility in December - Holmquist, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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