December weather forecast
Arapahoe, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arapahoe, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) from November's fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In Arapahoe, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Arapahoe, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Arapahoe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.2 days and collects up to 18.82" (478mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.9 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 37°F (2.8°C) and the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Arapahoe?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arapahoe, Nebraska, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Arapahoe, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Arapahoe, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arapahoe have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Arapahoe?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Arapahoe, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Arapahoe?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (59%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Arapahoe, NE
  • 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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