December weather forecastMina, SD
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Mina, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and an average high of 25°F (-3.9°C).Temperature
The onset of December brings a clear temperature shift, with the average high-temperature decreasing from a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C). Mina's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a frigid cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C).Humidity
In Mina, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In Mina, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Mina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Mina, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mina, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mina, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 25°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 (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 12.7°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 (6.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Mina, SD
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Mina, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Mina, SD
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).
Average rainfall in December
Mina, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Mina, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mina, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 3.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mina, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mina, SD
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Mina, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Mina, SD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Mina, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Mina, 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).
