December weather forecast
McIntosh, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in McIntosh, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). McIntosh's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a still subzero cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In McIntosh, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In McIntosh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. In McIntosh, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.8 days and aggregates up to 21.42" (544mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of December, in McIntosh, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in McIntosh?

The high-temperature, in December, in McIntosh, is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.4°F (-9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in McIntosh?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in McIntosh in December?

In McIntosh, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in McIntosh?

In McIntosh, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in McIntosh?

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

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

The average day length in December in McIntosh is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in McIntosh?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in McIntosh, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:10 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in McIntosh?

In December, the average sunshine duration in McIntosh, South Dakota, is 4.8h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in McIntosh?

In McIntosh, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McIntosh, SD

Average temperature in December - McIntosh, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
McIntosh, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
McIntosh, SD

Average wind speed in December - McIntosh, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
McIntosh, SD

Average humidity in December - McIntosh, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (51%).

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Average rainfall in December
McIntosh, SD

Average rainfall in December - McIntosh, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
McIntosh, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
McIntosh, SD

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
McIntosh, SD

Average snowfall days in December - McIntosh, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 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
McIntosh, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McIntosh, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
McIntosh, SD

Average sunshine days in December - McIntosh, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
McIntosh, SD

Average UV index in December - McIntosh, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
McIntosh, SD

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
McIntosh, SD

Average visibility in December - McIntosh, 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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