Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Oldham experiences an average low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) in the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Oldham, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.2 rainfall days, and 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Oldham, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 49.4 snowfall days, and 20.04" (509mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Oldham, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Oldham, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Oldham are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Oldham in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Oldham?
How many days does it rain in December in Oldham?
How many days does it snow in December in Oldham?
What is the month with the shortest days in Oldham?
How many hours of daylight does Oldham have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Oldham?
How long on average sun shines in December in Oldham?
When is the lowest UV index in Oldham?
How high is the UV index in December in Oldham?
Average temperature in December
Oldham, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Oldham, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Oldham, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Oldham, SD
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Oldham, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.02"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Oldham, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Oldham, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 4.21"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Oldham, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oldham, SD
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Oldham, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Oldham, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Oldham, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Oldham, 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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