December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bennington, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December brings with it a considerable temperature decrease, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). During the month of December, Bennington's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In Bennington, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bennington, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bennington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.6 days and collects up to 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bennington, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 9.25" (235mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bennington, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 34.7°F (1.5°C) and the low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bennington, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bennington, during December, the rain falls for 3.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bennington, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Bennington is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bennington have in December?

In Bennington, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bennington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Bennington is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, 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 - Bennington, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Bennington, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Bennington, 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 - Bennington, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Bennington, 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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