December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hardy, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Hardy reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Hardy, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hardy, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Hardy, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.3 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hardy are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Hardy in December has an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hardy?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hardy, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hardy, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hardy have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hardy?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hardy?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Hardy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Hardy, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Hardy, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
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 - Hardy, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 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 - Hardy, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Hardy, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Hardy, 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 - Hardy, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Hardy, 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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