December weather forecast
Gretna, NE

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Weather in December

December rings in the winter season in Gretna, Nebraska, with temperatures ranging between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) to 34.7°F (1.5°C). The city turns into a frosty panorama, adorned with a pristine snow mantle. The charm of December lies in the city's transformation into a winter wonderland, promising a white Christmas scenario. As the sun bows out early, December serves as a delightful precursor to the New Year festivities.

Temperature

Gretna in December showcases a distinct temperature shift, moving from an average high of a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Gretna reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Gretna, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Gretna, Nebraska, during the entire year, snow falls for 30 days and aggregates up to 9.65" (245mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Gretna, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Gretna, Nebraska, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gretna are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gretna?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gretna are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gretna?

The average relative humidity in December in Gretna, Nebraska, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Gretna in December?

In December, in Gretna, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gretna in December?

In December, in Gretna, Nebraska, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gretna?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gretna.

How many hours of daylight does Gretna have in December?

The average day length in December in Gretna is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gretna?

On the first day of December in Gretna, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gretna?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gretna?

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 Gretna?

In Gretna, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gretna, NE

Average temperature in December - Gretna, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Gretna, 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 - Gretna, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Gretna, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Gretna, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Gretna, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Gretna, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
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 - Gretna, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gretna, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gretna, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Gretna, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Gretna, 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 - Gretna, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Gretna, 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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