December weather forecast
Elba, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Elba, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). Elba, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Elba, Nebraska, is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, in Elba, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Elba. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Elba is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elba are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elba in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Elba, is 35.2°F (1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elba?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elba is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elba?

In Elba, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Elba?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Elba. Snow falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Elba?

In Elba, Nebraska, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elba?

The month with the shortest days in Elba, Nebraska, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elba?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elba, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elba?

In Elba, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Elba?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elba?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Elba, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Elba, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"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 - Elba, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Elba, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Elba, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Elba, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 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 - Elba, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.66").
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 - Elba, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.7 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 - Elba, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Elba, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Elba, 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 - Elba, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Elba, 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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