December weather forecast
Wolsey, SD

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wolsey, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) and an average high of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Wolsey's weather in December is marked by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C) is experienced in Wolsey.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wolsey, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Wolsey, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.8 days and collects up to 18.19" (462mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wolsey, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 16.54" (420mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Wolsey is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Wolsey is 4.5h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wolsey in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Wolsey during December are 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 14.7°F (-9.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wolsey?

The average relative humidity in December in Wolsey is 84%.

How much does it rain in Wolsey in December?

In Wolsey, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wolsey in December?

In Wolsey, South Dakota, during December, snow falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wolsey?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wolsey have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wolsey?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wolsey have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Wolsey is 4.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wolsey?

In Wolsey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wolsey, SD

Average temperature in December - Wolsey, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°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 (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.2°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Wolsey, SD

Average pressure in December - Wolsey, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Wolsey, SD

Average wind speed in December - Wolsey, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.6mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Wolsey, SD

Average humidity in December - Wolsey, 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 (62%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Wolsey, SD

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Wolsey, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Wolsey, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Wolsey, SD

Average snowfall in December - Wolsey, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Wolsey, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Wolsey, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wolsey, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wolsey, 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 3min

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 12min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Wolsey, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Wolsey, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Wolsey, SD

Average UV index in December - Wolsey, 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 November (UV index 1).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Wolsey, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Wolsey, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Wolsey, SD

Average visibility in December - Wolsey, 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).

[Resources]

Wolsey, South Dakota, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location