December weather forecast
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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). During December nights, Douglas witnesses a consistent average temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Douglas, Nebraska, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Douglas, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Douglas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Douglas, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Douglas, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.2 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Douglas, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Douglas, Nebraska, is 5.2h.

UV index

In Douglas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of 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 December in Douglas?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Douglas are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Douglas?

The average relative humidity in December in Douglas is 75%.

How much does it rain in Douglas in December?

In Douglas, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Douglas?

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

How many hours of daylight does Douglas have in December?

The average day length in December in Douglas, Nebraska, is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Douglas?

On the first day of December in Douglas, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Douglas have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Douglas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Douglas is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Douglas, 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 - Douglas, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
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 - Douglas, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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 - Douglas, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Douglas, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Douglas, 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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