December weather forecast
Elgin, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elgin, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

December signals a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from November's frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). Elgin's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, Nebraska, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.3 rainfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elgin are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) 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 Elgin, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Elgin in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elgin, Nebraska, are 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, Nebraska, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Elgin?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Elgin. Snow falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Elgin in December?

In Elgin, Nebraska, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elgin?

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

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

In Elgin, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elgin?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elgin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elgin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elgin is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Elgin, NE

Average temperature in December - Elgin, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Elgin, 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 - Elgin, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Elgin, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Elgin, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Elgin, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elgin, NE

Average snowfall in December - Elgin, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
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 - Elgin, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Elgin, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elgin, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elgin, NE

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Elgin, 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
Elgin, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Elgin, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Elgin, 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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