December weather forecast
Hitchcock, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Hitchcock, South Dakota, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and min 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

Hitchcock's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hitchcock, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hitchcock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.6 days and collects up to 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hitchcock. In Hitchcock, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Hitchcock, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 18.66" (474mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hitchcock, South Dakota, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

In Hitchcock, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hitchcock?

In Hitchcock, 26.4°F (-3.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hitchcock?

In Hitchcock, South Dakota, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hitchcock?

In Hitchcock, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hitchcock in December?

In Hitchcock, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hitchcock?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hitchcock, South Dakota.

How many hours of daylight does Hitchcock have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hitchcock?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hitchcock have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hitchcock is 4.6h.

How high is the UV index in December in Hitchcock?

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

Average temperature in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average pressure in December - Hitchcock, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average wind speed in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average humidity in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average snowfall in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Hitchcock, SD

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

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average UV index in December - Hitchcock, 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 and February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Hitchcock, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
Hitchcock, SD

Average visibility in December - Hitchcock, 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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