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
The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature in Howes is 16.2°F (-8.8°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Howes, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Howes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.7 days and collects up to 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Howes. In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Howes, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Howes, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:18 pm MST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Howes is 5.1h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Howes. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Howes in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Howes?
How many days does it rain in December in Howes?
How much does it snow in Howes in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Howes?
What is the average length of the day in December in Howes?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Howes?
How long on average sun shines in December in Howes?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Howes?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Howes?
Average temperature in December
Howes, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Howes, SD
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Howes, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Howes, SD
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).
Average rainfall in December
Howes, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Howes, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Howes, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 3.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Howes, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Howes, 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: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Howes, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Howes, SD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Howes, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in December
Howes, SD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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