December weather forecast
Doland, SD

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

With the onset of December, Doland experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a subzero cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C). Doland experiences a nighttime temperature average of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Doland, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Doland, there are 97.6 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Doland. In Doland, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Doland, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Doland, South Dakota, is 4.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Doland is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Doland?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Doland, South Dakota, are 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 14.2°F (-9.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Doland?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Doland?

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

How much does it snow in Doland in December?

In Doland, South Dakota, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Doland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Doland have in December?

In December, the average day length in Doland is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Doland?

On the first day of December in Doland, South Dakota, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Doland have in December?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Doland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Doland, South Dakota, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Doland, SD

Average temperature in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average pressure in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average wind speed in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average humidity in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average rainfall in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average snowfall in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

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

Average sunshine days in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average UV index in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Doland, 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
Doland, SD

Average visibility in December - Doland, 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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