December weather forecast
Wetonka, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wetonka, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and an average high of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December is characterized by a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around an extreme cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Wetonka, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wetonka, South Dakota, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wetonka, South Dakota, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Wetonka, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wetonka, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Wetonka?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wetonka, records 25°F (-3.9°C), while the low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wetonka?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Wetonka in December?

In December, in Wetonka, South Dakota, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wetonka?

In Wetonka, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wetonka?

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

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Wetonka?

On the first day of December in Wetonka, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wetonka?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wetonka, South Dakota, is 4.3h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Wetonka?

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

Average temperature in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average pressure in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average wind speed in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average humidity in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average rainfall in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average snowfall in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

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

Average sunshine days in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average UV index in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Wetonka, 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
Wetonka, SD

Average visibility in December - Wetonka, 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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