December weather forecast
Isabel, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Isabel, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival sees a clear drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). December brings Isabel a consistent average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In Isabel, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Isabel, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Isabel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.7 days and collects up to 16.06" (408mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Isabel. In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Isabel, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.3 days and aggregates up to 22.95" (583mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Isabel, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Isabel, South Dakota, is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Isabel?

The high-temperature, in December, in Isabel, records 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature is 16.2°F (-8.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Isabel?

In Isabel, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Isabel in December?

In Isabel, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Isabel in December?

In December, in Isabel, South Dakota, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Isabel?

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

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

In Isabel, South Dakota, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Isabel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Isabel, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:12 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Isabel have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Isabel?

The months with the lowest UV index in Isabel are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Isabel?

In Isabel, South Dakota, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Isabel, SD

Average temperature in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Isabel, SD

Average pressure in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Isabel, SD

Average wind speed in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and August (10.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Isabel, SD

Average humidity in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (49%).

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Average rainfall in December
Isabel, SD

Average rainfall in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Isabel, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Isabel, SD

Average snowfall in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Isabel, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Isabel, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Isabel, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Isabel, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Isabel, SD

Average UV index in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Isabel, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in December
Isabel, SD

Average visibility in December - Isabel, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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