December weather forecast
Pollock, SD

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Pollock, South Dakota, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C). December's nights in Pollock observe an average temperature of 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Pollock is 83%.

Rainfall

In Pollock, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pollock, there are 89.4 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pollock are January through May, October through December. In Pollock, South Dakota, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Pollock, South Dakota, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.4 days and aggregates up to 19.09" (485mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Pollock, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pollock, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pollock?

The high-temperature in Pollock during December is 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and the low-temperature is 14.4°F (-9.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pollock?

The average relative humidity in December in Pollock is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pollock?

In Pollock, South Dakota, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pollock in December?

In Pollock, South Dakota, in December, during 9.5 snowfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pollock?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Pollock is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pollock?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pollock, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pollock have in December?

In Pollock, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pollock?

The months with the lowest UV index in Pollock are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Pollock?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pollock is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pollock, SD

Average temperature in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pollock, SD

Average pressure in December - Pollock, 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
Pollock, SD

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pollock, SD

Average humidity in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pollock, SD

Average rainfall in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pollock, SD

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pollock, SD

Average snowfall in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pollock, SD

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Pollock, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pollock, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pollock, SD

Average UV index in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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 December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pollock, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Pollock, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in December
Pollock, SD

Average visibility in December - Pollock, 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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