December weather forecast
Omaha, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Omaha, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Omaha's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Omaha is 78%.

Rainfall

In Omaha, Illinois, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.2 rainfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.12" (3mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.1 snowfall days, and 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Omaha is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Omaha is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Omaha?

During December, Omaha experiences an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Omaha?

In December, the average relative humidity in Omaha is 78%.

How much does it rain in Omaha in December?

In Omaha, Illinois, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Omaha in December?

In Omaha, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Omaha?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Omaha is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Omaha?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Omaha, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Omaha have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Omaha is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Omaha?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Omaha?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Omaha, Illinois, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Omaha, IL

Average temperature in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Omaha, IL

Average pressure in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Omaha, IL

Average wind speed in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Omaha, IL

Average humidity in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Omaha, IL

Average rainfall in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Omaha, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Omaha, IL

Average snowfall in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.12"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Omaha, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Omaha, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Omaha, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Omaha, IL

Average UV index in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Omaha, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Omaha, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Omaha, IL

Average visibility in December - Omaha, IL
  • 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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