December weather forecast
Monroe, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monroe, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.4°F (-9.2°C) and an average high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In Monroe, the expected average low-temperature for December is 15.4°F (-9.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Monroe is 85%.

Rainfall

In Monroe, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Monroe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 22.76" (578mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Monroe are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Monroe, South Dakota, is December, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Monroe.
On the first day of December in Monroe, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Monroe are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Monroe?

During December, Monroe experiences an average high-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 15.4°F (-9.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Monroe?

In Monroe, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Monroe?

In Monroe, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Monroe?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Monroe?

In Monroe, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Monroe?

December has the shortest days of the year in Monroe, South Dakota, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Monroe is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Monroe?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monroe have in December?

In Monroe, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Monroe?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Monroe?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Monroe, South Dakota, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Monroe, SD

Average temperature in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.4°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 (9.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Monroe, SD

Average pressure in December - Monroe, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Monroe, SD

Average wind speed in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Monroe, SD

Average humidity in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in December
Monroe, SD

Average rainfall in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Monroe, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Monroe, SD

Average snowfall in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Monroe, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Monroe, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Monroe, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Monroe, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Monroe, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Monroe, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Monroe, SD

Average visibility in December - Monroe, 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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