December weather forecast
Hurley, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Hurley, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and an average low of 16.3°F (-8.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In Hurley, the nighttime temperature averages to a still subzero cold 16.3°F (-8.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In Hurley, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hurley, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hurley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.7 days and collects up to 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hurley, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.7 snowfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hurley.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Hurley, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hurley, South Dakota, is 4.4h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hurley?

The high-temperature in Hurley, South Dakota, during December is 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 16.3°F (-8.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hurley?

In Hurley, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hurley?

In December, in Hurley, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hurley?

In December, in Hurley, South Dakota, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hurley?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hurley?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hurley?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hurley is 4.4h.

How high is the UV index in December in Hurley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hurley, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hurley, SD

Average temperature in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hurley, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hurley, SD

Average wind speed in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hurley, SD

Average humidity in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hurley, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hurley, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hurley, SD

Average snowfall in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hurley, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Hurley, SD

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hurley, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hurley, SD

Average UV index in December - Hurley, 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 November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hurley, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Hurley, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Hurley, SD

Average visibility in December - Hurley, 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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