December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, blanketed in winter, is marked by a drop in temperatures, and the precipitation taking form as 1.77" (45mm) of snowfall. With less daylight and a high relative humidity of 72%, the year comes full circle, returning Harrison to its wintry state. The snow-kissed landscapes and chilly air fervently announce the reunion with winter, bringing the year's weather journey to an end.

Temperature

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 32°F (0°C) and an average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), is considered the coldest month.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Harrison, during December, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. In Harrison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.9 days and collects up to 10.39" (264mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Harrison, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Harrison, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.5 days and aggregates up to 15.63" (397mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Harrison, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Harrison. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 32°F (0°C) and a low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C), December stands out as the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 32°F (0°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Harrison, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Harrison have in December?

In Harrison, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Harrison?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Harrison, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 Harrison, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 32°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Harrison, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Harrison, 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 - Harrison, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Harrison, 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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