December weather forecast
Henderson, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Henderson, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). Henderson experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Henderson, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Henderson, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Henderson, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Henderson is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Henderson, is 36.1°F (2.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Henderson, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Henderson, Nebraska, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Henderson, Nebraska, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Henderson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Henderson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What is the month 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 Henderson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Henderson, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Henderson, 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 - Henderson, 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 (8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Henderson, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (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 - Henderson, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Henderson, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
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 - Henderson, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Henderson, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Henderson, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Henderson, 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 - Henderson, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Henderson, 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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