December weather forecast
Verdon, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Verdon, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). Verdon experiences an average temperature drop to a frigid cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Verdon, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Verdon, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow. In Verdon, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Verdon.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Verdon is 4.3h.

UV index

In Verdon, 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: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Verdon?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 25°F (-3.9°C) and 12.7°F (-10.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Verdon?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Verdon?

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

How much does it snow in Verdon in December?

In Verdon, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Verdon?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Verdon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Verdon?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

How high is the UV index in December in Verdon?

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

Average temperature in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average pressure in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average wind speed in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average humidity in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average rainfall in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average snowfall in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average UV index in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Verdon, 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
Verdon, SD

Average visibility in December - Verdon, 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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