December weather forecast
Raymond, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Raymond, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Raymond records an average nighttime low-temperature of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Raymond is 84%.

Rainfall

In Raymond, in December, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Raymond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Raymond. In December, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Raymond, South Dakota, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Raymond is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Raymond is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Raymond is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Raymond in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Raymond, is 26.4°F (-3.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.2°F (-9.9°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 calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raymond?

In December, the average relative humidity in Raymond, South Dakota, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Raymond?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Raymond in December?

In Raymond, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raymond?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Raymond.

How many hours of daylight does Raymond have in December?

In December, the average day length in Raymond is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Raymond?

On the first day of December in Raymond, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Raymond?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Raymond?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. 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
Raymond, SD

Average temperature in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Raymond, SD

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

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Average wind speed in December
Raymond, SD

Average wind speed in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Raymond, SD

Average humidity in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Raymond, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Raymond, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Raymond, SD

Average snowfall in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Raymond, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Raymond, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raymond, 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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Raymond, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Raymond, SD

Average UV index in December - Raymond, 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 and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Raymond, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Raymond, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Raymond, SD

Average visibility in December - Raymond, 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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