December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Crab Orchard, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Crab Orchard observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crab Orchard, Nebraska, there are 105 rainfall days, and 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Crab Orchard, Nebraska, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Crab Orchard, there are 22.4 snowfall days, and 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Crab Orchard.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Crab Orchard is 5.4h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Crab Orchard in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Crab Orchard during December are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crab Orchard?

In Crab Orchard, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Crab Orchard?

In Crab Orchard, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Crab Orchard?

In Crab Orchard, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crab Orchard?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Crab Orchard?

The average day length in December in Crab Orchard, Nebraska, is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Crab Orchard?

On the first day of December in Crab Orchard, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Crab Orchard?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Crab Orchard?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Crab Orchard?

In Crab Orchard, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Crab Orchard, 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 - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
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 - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crab Orchard, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Crab Orchard, 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 - Crab Orchard, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Crab Orchard, 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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