December weather forecast
Ellsworth, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ellsworth, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.2°F (1.2°C) and min 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

Ellsworth experiences its lowest average temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a minimum of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 108.7 rainfall days, and 15.79" (401mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Ellsworth, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ellsworth, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.1 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Ellsworth, the average sunshine in December is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ellsworth are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average high and low temperatures of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively, December is Ellsworth's coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ellsworth, is 34.2°F (1.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.3°F (-6.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ellsworth, Nebraska, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ellsworth, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:27 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ellsworth have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December?

In Ellsworth, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (34.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ellsworth, 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 - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (49%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
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 - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 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 - Ellsworth, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
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 - Ellsworth, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ellsworth, 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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