December weather forecast
Crofton, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Crofton, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and min 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a noticeable reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C). During December, Crofton observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.7 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 14.17" (360mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Crofton, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Crofton, is 30.6°F (-0.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18°F (-7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Crofton, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Crofton, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crofton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Crofton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.6°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 (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Crofton, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
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 - Crofton, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crofton, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Crofton, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Crofton, 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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