December weather forecast
Fairfield, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Fairfield, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C). Fairfield experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 23°F (-5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 22.05" (560mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Fairfield, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 28.2 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairfield 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: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fairfield in December?

The high-temperature in Fairfield, Nebraska, during December is 36.7°F (2.6°C) and the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in December?

In Fairfield, Nebraska, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Fairfield?

In December, in Fairfield, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairfield?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fairfield, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfield, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fairfield?

The average sunshine duration in December in Fairfield is 5.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fairfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairfield is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfield, NE

Average temperature in December - Fairfield, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Fairfield, 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 - Fairfield, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
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 - Fairfield, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Fairfield, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Fairfield, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Fairfield, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
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 - Fairfield, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 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 - Fairfield, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
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 - Fairfield, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Fairfield, 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 - Fairfield, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Fairfield, 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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