December weather forecast
Oelrichs, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oelrichs, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Temperature

In Oelrichs, December records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 32.4°F (0.2°C) and reaching a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Oelrichs is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, in Oelrichs, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Oelrichs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.8 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oelrichs are January through May, September through December. In Oelrichs, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Oelrichs, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.2 days and aggregates up to 23.19" (589mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oelrichs.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Oelrichs, South Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oelrichs are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Oelrichs?

Oelrichs notes the coldest temperatures in December, with a average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

How cold is December in Oelrichs?

In Oelrichs, 32.4°F (0.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oelrichs?

In Oelrichs, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How much does it rain in Oelrichs in December?

In Oelrichs, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Oelrichs?

In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oelrichs?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Oelrichs is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oelrichs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oelrichs?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Oelrichs?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average temperature in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average pressure in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average wind speed in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average humidity in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (47%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oelrichs, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oelrichs, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average snowfall in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.4 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
Oelrichs, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average UV index in December - Oelrichs, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Oelrichs, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
Oelrichs, SD

Average visibility in December - Oelrichs, 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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