December weather forecast
Carleton, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Carleton, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Carleton's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Carleton, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Carleton, there are 116.1 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Carleton, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.7 snowfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carleton, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

Carleton in December has an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carleton?

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Carleton, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carleton, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Carleton have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carleton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

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 intensity in December?

In Carleton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carleton, NE

Average temperature in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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 - Carleton, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
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 - Carleton, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 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
Carleton, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carleton, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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 - Carleton, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Carleton, 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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