December weather forecast
Goodwin, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Goodwin, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and min 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival is marked by a notable drop in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Goodwin's temperature drops to an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Goodwin, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Goodwin, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Goodwin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Goodwin, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Goodwin experiences an average high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Goodwin, during December, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Goodwin?

In Goodwin, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Goodwin, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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 health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Goodwin, NE

Average temperature in December - Goodwin, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°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 (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Goodwin, NE

Average pressure in December - Goodwin, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Goodwin, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Goodwin, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Goodwin, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goodwin, NE

Average snowfall in December - Goodwin, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
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 - Goodwin, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Goodwin, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goodwin, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Goodwin, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Goodwin, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Goodwin, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Goodwin, 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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