December weather forecast
Ravinia, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ravinia, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In Ravinia, the expected average low-temperature for December is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In Ravinia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ravinia, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ravinia are January through April, October through December. In Ravinia, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Ravinia, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ravinia, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ravinia?

Ravinia in December has an average high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ravinia?

The average relative humidity in December in Ravinia is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ravinia?

In Ravinia, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ravinia?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ravinia?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ravinia have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ravinia?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ravinia, South Dakota, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ravinia?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ravinia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ravinia, SD

Average temperature in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ravinia, SD

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

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Average wind speed in December
Ravinia, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ravinia, SD

Average humidity in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ravinia, SD

Average rainfall in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ravinia, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ravinia, SD

Average snowfall in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ravinia, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ravinia, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ravinia, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ravinia, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ravinia, SD

Average UV index in December - Ravinia, 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
Ravinia, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Ravinia, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Ravinia, SD

Average visibility in December - Ravinia, 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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