December weather forecast
Little Eagle, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Little Eagle, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.4°F (-9.8°C) and an average high of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Little Eagle experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) to a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). During December, Little Eagle records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Little Eagle, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Little Eagle are January through May, October through December. In December, in Little Eagle, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Little Eagle is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Little Eagle, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:09 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Little Eagle is 4.5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Little Eagle. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Little Eagle in December?

Little Eagle in December has an average high-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Little Eagle?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Little Eagle in December?

In Little Eagle, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Little Eagle?

In December, in Little Eagle, South Dakota, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Little Eagle?

December has the shortest days of the year in Little Eagle, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Little Eagle?

The average day length in December in Little Eagle is 8h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Little Eagle?

On the first day of December in Little Eagle, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:09 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Little Eagle?

In Little Eagle, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Little Eagle?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Little Eagle?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Little Eagle is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Little Eagle, SD

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average pressure in December - Little Eagle, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average wind speed in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average humidity in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average rainfall in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average snowfall in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Little Eagle, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average UV index in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Little Eagle, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Little Eagle, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Little Eagle, SD

Average visibility in December - Little Eagle, 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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