December weather forecast
Bushnell, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bushnell, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.6°F (-10.2°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from November's cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). Throughout December nights, Bushnell experiences a consistent temperature average of 13.6°F (-10.2°C).

Humidity

In Bushnell, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Bushnell, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bushnell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bushnell, South Dakota, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 4.65" (118mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 61.5 snowfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bushnell, is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 13.6°F (-10.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bushnell?

In Bushnell, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bushnell, South Dakota, in December, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.65" (118mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Bushnell, the average day length in December is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Bushnell, SD

Average temperature in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average pressure in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average wind speed in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average humidity in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average rainfall in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average snowfall in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bushnell, 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 1min

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
Bushnell, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average UV index in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Bushnell, 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
Bushnell, SD

Average visibility in December - Bushnell, 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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