December weather forecast
Wasta, SD

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Weather in December

Winter sets in during December in Wasta, with the mercury plummeting to a biting high of 32.5°F (0.3°C). Snow begins to accumulate, effectively ushering in the holiday season. A white Christmas is a common phenomenon in the town, with coating of frost adding sparkle to the festive decorations. Fireplaces are frequently lit, giving homes a welcoming warmth against the outside chill. Despite freezing conditions, the holiday cheer and preparation for the New Year add a warm and cozy aura to this winter month.

Temperature

In Wasta, the month of December registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 32.5°F (0.3°C) at the peak and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Wasta, South Dakota, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Wasta, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wasta, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.8 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, in Wasta, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wasta, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 24.41" (620mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Wasta, the average sunshine in December is 6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Wasta?

December brings the lowest temperatures in Wasta, with an average high of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

How cold is December in Wasta?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 18.7°F (-7.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wasta?

In Wasta, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wasta?

In Wasta, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wasta in December?

In Wasta, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wasta?

The month with the shortest days in Wasta, South Dakota, is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wasta have in December?

In December, the average day length in Wasta, South Dakota, is 8h and 57min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wasta?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:21 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wasta?

In Wasta, South Dakota, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wasta?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wasta?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Wasta, South Dakota, 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
Wasta, SD

Average temperature in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Wasta, SD

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Wasta, SD

Average wind speed in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Wasta, SD

Average humidity in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in December
Wasta, SD

Average rainfall in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
Wasta, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Wasta, SD

Average snowfall in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is April (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Wasta, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 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
Wasta, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Wasta, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Wasta, SD

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Wasta, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Wasta, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

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Average visibility in December
Wasta, SD

Average visibility in December - Wasta, 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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