South Dakota weather in December
Planning a journey to South Dakota this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in South Dakota in December?
South Dakota is a region in the United States of America. December in South Dakota generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. In December, it is winter.
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Watertown at -4°C to cold in Hot Springs at 3°C. At night it cools down to -10°C in Hot Springs and -13°C in Watertown. In numerous regions in the United States of America, December is marked by its cold weather conditions. If you're heading to these areas during this month, it's vital to be well-prepared. Dressing in layered and insulated outfits will ensure you stay warm.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Rapid City with an average of 12 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Deadwood with 43 mm.
For a closer look at December's conditions in South Dakota, see the map below. For a more detailed look at South Dakota's yearly weather, check out our South Dakota climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in South Dakota?
Average weather in Sioux Falls
In December Sioux Falls generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -12°C and moderate monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Pierre
In December Pierre generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around -1°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -13°C and low monthly snowfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Rapid City
In December Rapid City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Deadwood
In December Deadwood generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -9°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Custer
In December Custer generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 2°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -10°C and low monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in South Dakota, in the United States of America.
Is December the best time to visit South Dakota?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Sioux Falls, December may not be the ideal time to visit South Dakota.
On average, the best time to visit South Dakota is in May, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Sioux Falls. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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