December weather forecast
Roswell, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Roswell, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 16°F (-8.9°C).

Temperature

The shift into December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). Throughout December in Roswell, South Dakota, a steady low-temperature average of 16°F (-8.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Roswell is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Roswell, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Roswell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.2 days and collects up to 11.3" (287mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Roswell. In Roswell, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.3 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Roswell, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

In Roswell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Roswell?

In Roswell, 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 16°F (-8.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Roswell?

In Roswell, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Roswell?

In Roswell, South Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Roswell?

In December, in Roswell, South Dakota, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Roswell?

The month with the shortest days in Roswell, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Roswell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Roswell, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Roswell?

The average sunshine duration in December in Roswell, South Dakota, is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Roswell?

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

Average temperature in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°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 (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Roswell, SD

Average pressure in December - Roswell, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Roswell, SD

Average wind speed in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Roswell, SD

Average humidity in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (63%).

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Average rainfall in December
Roswell, SD

Average rainfall in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Roswell, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Roswell, SD

Average snowfall in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Roswell, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Roswell, SD

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

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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Roswell, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Roswell, SD

Average UV index in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Roswell, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Roswell, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Roswell, SD

Average visibility in December - Roswell, 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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