December weather forecast
Ludlow, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ludlow, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and an average low of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Ludlow experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In Ludlow, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 16°F (-8.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ludlow, South Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.8 rainfall days, and 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ludlow, in December, snow falls for 10.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In Ludlow, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.2 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Ludlow, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:19 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ludlow is 5.2h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ludlow in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ludlow?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Ludlow in December?

In Ludlow, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ludlow in December?

In December, in Ludlow, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ludlow?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ludlow have in December?

In Ludlow, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ludlow?

On the first day of December in Ludlow, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:19 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ludlow have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ludlow is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ludlow?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ludlow, South Dakota.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ludlow?

In Ludlow, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value 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
Ludlow, SD

Average temperature in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ludlow, SD

Average pressure in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ludlow, SD

Average wind speed in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ludlow, SD

Average humidity in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ludlow, SD

Average rainfall in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ludlow, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ludlow, SD

Average snowfall in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ludlow, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ludlow, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ludlow, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ludlow, SD

Average UV index in December - Ludlow, 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 February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ludlow, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Ludlow, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in December
Ludlow, SD

Average visibility in December - Ludlow, 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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