December weather forecastVolga, SD
December
Weather in December
December in Volga is the harbinger of intense winter conditions. The weather turns bitter with temperatures diving down from November's relative mildness. Snowfall increases significantly, recording a height of 4.65" (118mm). Alongside, the average daylight and sunshine hours drop to 8.9 and 4.2 respectively, the lowest of the year. The city, swathed under a blanket of snow, is a sight to behold during the Christmas season.Temperature
A distinct shift in the average high-temperature is signaled in December in Volga, moving down from a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The low-temperature average for Volga during December stands at an extreme cold 13.6°F (-10.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In Volga, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 125.5 rainfall days, and 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Volga. In Volga, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Volga, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Volga is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December in Volga, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Volga, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Volga is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Volga, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 13.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).
Average pressure in December
Volga, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Volga, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Volga, SD
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in December
Volga, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Volga, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Volga, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 4.65"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Volga, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Volga, SD
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Volga, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Volga, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Volga, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Volga, 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).
