December weather forecast
Strandburg, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Strandburg, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival witnesses a distinct temperature drop, receding from November's icy 40.6°F (4.8°C) to a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Strandburg is 85%.

Rainfall

In Strandburg, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Strandburg, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.2 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Strandburg. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Strandburg is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Strandburg?

In December, in Strandburg, the average high-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Strandburg?

In December, the average relative humidity in Strandburg, South Dakota, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Strandburg?

In Strandburg, South Dakota, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Strandburg?

The month with the most snowfall in Strandburg is December, when snow falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Strandburg?

In Strandburg, in December, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.49" (114mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Strandburg?

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

How many hours of daylight does Strandburg have in December?

In Strandburg, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Strandburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Strandburg?

In Strandburg, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Strandburg?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Strandburg, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Strandburg, SD

Average temperature in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Strandburg, SD

Average pressure in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Strandburg, SD

Average wind speed in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Strandburg, SD

Average humidity in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Strandburg, SD

Average rainfall in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Strandburg, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Strandburg, SD

Average snowfall in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Strandburg, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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
Strandburg, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Strandburg, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Strandburg, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Strandburg, SD

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Strandburg, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Strandburg, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Strandburg, SD

Average visibility in December - Strandburg, 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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