Lead weather in December (South Dakota, United States of America)
Thinking of visiting Lead in December? Check the weather first! Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
The month of December in Lead typically brings very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Winter occurs in December. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 2°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around -9°C. On average, it is the coldest month of the year. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter clothes.
Precipitation
Lead in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 42 mm for the month. You can typically expect 11 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lead. July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lead climate page with graphs.
Lead, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-9°C
Max Temperature
2°C
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
42 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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