December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ericson, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). During December, Ericson sees a mean low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ericson, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ericson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 20.71" (526mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ericson, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ericson, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ericson, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ericson. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation 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 Ericson in December?

In December, in Ericson, the average high-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ericson?

The average relative humidity in December in Ericson, Nebraska, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Ericson in December?

In Ericson, Nebraska, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Ericson?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ericson in December?

In December, in Ericson, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ericson?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ericson have in December?

The average day length in December in Ericson, Nebraska, is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ericson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ericson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ericson?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ericson, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health 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
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Average temperature in December - Ericson, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°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: 21.2°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ericson, 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 - Ericson, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.6mph).

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

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 - Ericson, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Ericson, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ericson, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.35").
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 - Ericson, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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 - Ericson, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ericson, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Ericson, 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 - Ericson, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

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 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ericson, 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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