December weather forecast
Spring Creek, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spring Creek, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 20.1°F (-6.6°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Spring Creek sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, declining from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a freezing cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). Spring Creek encounters a steady low-temperature average of 20.1°F (-6.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Spring Creek, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Spring Creek, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Spring Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Spring Creek, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Spring Creek, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Spring Creek, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Spring Creek in December?

During December, Spring Creek experiences an average high-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and a low-temperature of 20.1°F (-6.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Spring Creek?

In Spring Creek, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Spring Creek?

In Spring Creek, South Dakota, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Spring Creek?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Spring Creek?

In December, in Spring Creek, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Spring Creek?

December has the shortest days of the year in Spring Creek, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Spring Creek?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Spring Creek?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Spring Creek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Spring Creek, South Dakota, is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Spring Creek?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Spring Creek?

In Spring Creek, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average temperature in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.1°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 (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average pressure in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average wind speed in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average humidity in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (56%).

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Average rainfall in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average rainfall in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average snowfall in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Spring Creek, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average UV index in December - Spring Creek, 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
Spring Creek, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Spring Creek, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Spring Creek, SD

Average visibility in December - Spring Creek, 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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