December weather forecast
Craig, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Craig, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 21°F (-6.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). Craig records an average nighttime low of 21°F (-6.1°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Craig, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.1 rainfall days, and 22.64" (575mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Craig are January through May, October through December. In Craig, Nebraska, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Craig, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 11.97" (304mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Craig.
On the first day of December in Craig, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Craig, Nebraska, is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Craig are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Craig in December?

December temperatures in Craig vary between a high-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and a low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Craig?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Craig?

In Craig, Nebraska, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Craig in December?

In Craig, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Craig?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Craig?

The average day length in December in Craig, Nebraska, is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Craig?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Craig, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Craig?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Craig is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Craig?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Craig?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Craig is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Craig, NE

Average temperature in December - Craig, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Craig, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Craig, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Craig, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Craig, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.8").
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 - Craig, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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 - Craig, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Craig, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Craig, 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 - Craig, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Craig, 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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