December weather forecast
Atkinson, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Atkinson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and max 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

December signals a significant shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 46.4°F (8°C) to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Throughout the month of December, Atkinson expects an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Atkinson, in December, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Atkinson, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Atkinson, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Atkinson, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Atkinson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atkinson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Atkinson, NE

Average temperature in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Atkinson, NE
  • 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
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 - Atkinson, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atkinson, NE

Average snowfall in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.66").
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 - Atkinson, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Atkinson, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atkinson, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Atkinson, 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 - Atkinson, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Atkinson, 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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