December weather forecast
Lodgepole, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lodgepole, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in December, averaging 37.4°F (3°C) and a minimum average of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

In Lodgepole, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In Lodgepole, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation. In Lodgepole, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.9 days and collects up to 15.94" (405mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lodgepole, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Lodgepole, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.5 days and aggregates up to 15.51" (394mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Lodgepole, the average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average high temperatures of 37.4°F (3°C) and lows of 22.3°F (-5.4°C), December is the coldest month.

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Lodgepole, is 37.4°F (3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 22.3°F (-5.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 66%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lodgepole, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lodgepole, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lodgepole?

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

How many hours of daylight does Lodgepole have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Lodgepole, Nebraska, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lodgepole have in December?

In Lodgepole, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
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Average temperature in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
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 - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.2 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 - Lodgepole, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (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 - Lodgepole, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Lodgepole, 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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