December weather forecast
Dickens, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dickens, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.3°F (2.4°C) and min 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

Dickens in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C) is observed.

Humidity

In Dickens, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Dickens, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In Dickens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dickens, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Dickens, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.6 days and aggregates up to 12.83" (326mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dickens, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.6°F (-5.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dickens, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in Dickens in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dickens, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dickens have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:26 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
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Average temperature in December - Dickens, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Dickens, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"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 - Dickens, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Dickens, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (57%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Dickens, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Dickens, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Dickens, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
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 - Dickens, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 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 - Dickens, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Dickens, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Dickens, 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 - Dickens, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Dickens, 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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