December weather forecast
Okreek, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Okreek, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Okreek reports a steady low-temperature average of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Okreek, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Okreek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.9 days and collects up to 16.85" (428mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Okreek are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Okreek is December, when snow falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Okreek.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Okreek, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Okreek is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Okreek?

During December, Okreek experiences an average high-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Okreek?

The average relative humidity in December in Okreek, South Dakota, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Okreek?

In December, in Okreek, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Okreek?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Okreek, South Dakota. Snow falls for 8 days and accumulates 3.19" (81mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Okreek?

In December, in Okreek, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Okreek?

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

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

The average day length in December in Okreek, South Dakota, is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Okreek?

On the first day of December in Okreek, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Okreek have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Okreek is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Okreek?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Okreek?

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

Average temperature in December - Okreek, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Okreek, SD

Average pressure in December - Okreek, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Okreek, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Okreek, SD

Average humidity in December - Okreek, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (57%).

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Average rainfall in December
Okreek, SD

Average rainfall in December - Okreek, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Okreek, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Okreek, SD

Average snowfall in December - Okreek, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Okreek, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Okreek, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Okreek, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Okreek, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Okreek, SD

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Okreek, SD

Average UV index in December - Okreek, 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
Okreek, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Okreek, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Okreek, SD

Average visibility in December - Okreek, 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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