December weather forecastMeckling, SD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Meckling, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 18°F (-7.8°C).Temperature
Meckling's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Meckling witnesses an average low-temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
In Meckling, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.Rainfall
In Meckling, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Meckling, South Dakota. In Meckling, South Dakota, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Meckling, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Meckling is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.UV index
In Meckling, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to 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 Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Meckling, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 30°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Meckling, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Meckling, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Meckling, SD
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Meckling, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Meckling, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Meckling, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 2.64"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Meckling, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Meckling, SD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Meckling, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Meckling, SD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Meckling, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
Meckling, 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).
