December weather forecast
Richfield Heights, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Richfield Heights, South Dakota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). Richfield Heights experiences an average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) in month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Richfield Heights is 85%.

Rainfall

In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richfield Heights, South Dakota, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richfield Heights are January through May, October through December. In Richfield Heights, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Richfield Heights is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Richfield Heights, South Dakota, is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Richfield Heights?

The high-temperature during December is 25°F (-3.9°C) and the low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richfield Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Richfield Heights is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richfield Heights?

In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Richfield Heights?

In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richfield Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Richfield Heights have in December?

In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Richfield Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richfield Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Richfield Heights, South Dakota, is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Richfield Heights?

In Richfield Heights, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average temperature in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average pressure in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average wind speed in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average humidity in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average rainfall in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average snowfall in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
Richfield Heights, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average UV index in December - Richfield Heights, 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 and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Richfield Heights, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
Richfield Heights, SD

Average visibility in December - Richfield Heights, 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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