December weather forecast
Jackson, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Jackson, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and an average low of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a noticeable temperature drop, falling from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). Jackson observes an average low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Jackson, 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 Jackson, 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Jackson, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.7°F (-7.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Jackson?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Jackson, in December, during 4.1 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Jackson, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Jackson have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Jackson, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Jackson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Jackson, NE

Average temperature in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average pressure in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average wind speed in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average humidity in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average rainfall in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average snowfall in December - Jackson, 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 - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average UV index in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Jackson, 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
Jackson, NE

Average visibility in December - Jackson, 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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