December weather forecast
Fairbury, NE

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Weather in December

December in Fairbury, Nebraska, is a typical scene straight from a winter postcard. The city experiences its lowest average temperatures, ranging from 23.9°F (-4.5°C) to 37.8°F (3.2°C). Snowfall restores its prominence with an average accumulation of 1.14" (29mm), creating a mesmerizing white cover all over the town. The number of daylight hours reduces drastically, with the sun setting early and leading to long, cold nights. As residents rejoice in their holiday celebrations amidst the cold and frosty conditions, they brace for the arrival of another fresh and chilly start to the upcoming New Year.

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C). Fairbury's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Fairbury, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. In Fairbury, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.7 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fairbury, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Fairbury, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.2 days and aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Fairbury, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.8°F (3.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fairbury, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Fairbury, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairbury have in December?

In Fairbury, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Fairbury, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Fairbury, 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 - Fairbury, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Fairbury, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Fairbury, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Fairbury, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Fairbury, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
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 - Fairbury, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 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 - Fairbury, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Fairbury, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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 - Fairbury, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Fairbury, 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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