December weather forecast
Howard, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Howard, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature descending from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Howard, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Howard, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.2 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Howard, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Howard, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Howard. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Howard in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Howard, South Dakota, during December are 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Howard?

In December, the average relative humidity in Howard is 86%.

How much does it rain in Howard in December?

In Howard, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Howard in December?

In Howard, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Howard?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Howard have in December?

In December, the average day length in Howard, South Dakota, is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Howard?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Howard have in December?

In Howard, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Howard?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Howard, SD

Average pressure in December - Howard, 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
Howard, SD

Average wind speed in December - Howard, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Howard, SD

Average humidity in December - Howard, 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 (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Howard, SD

Average rainfall in December - Howard, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Howard, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Howard, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Howard, SD

Average snowfall in December - Howard, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Howard, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Howard, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 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
Howard, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Howard, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Howard, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Howard, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Howard, SD

Average UV index in December - Howard, 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
Howard, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Howard, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Howard, SD

Average visibility in December - Howard, 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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