December weather forecast
Dalton, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Dalton, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

Dalton's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) and an average low temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), is the coldest in the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Dalton, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dalton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.2 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dalton, during the entire year, snow falls for 36 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dalton, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Dalton, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Dalton?

In Dalton, December records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 36°F (2.2°C) and reaching a low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

How cold is December in Dalton?

In Dalton, in December, the average high-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dalton?

In Dalton, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dalton?

In Dalton, Nebraska, in December, during 4.2 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dalton?

In Dalton, Nebraska, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dalton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dalton, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dalton have in December?

In Dalton, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dalton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dalton, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dalton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Dalton, Nebraska, is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dalton?

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 reading in December in Dalton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dalton 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 - Dalton, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Dalton, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Dalton, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Dalton, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (48%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Dalton, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Dalton, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Dalton, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
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 - Dalton, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 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 - Dalton, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Dalton, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Dalton, 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 - Dalton, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Dalton, 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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