December weather forecast
Mason City, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mason City, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°F (-5.7°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Mason City is 73%.

Rainfall

In Mason City, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mason City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.8 days and collects up to 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The months with the most snowfall in Mason City are February and December, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mason City.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Mason City, Nebraska, is 5.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mason City. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Mason City?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 21.7°F (-5.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mason City?

In Mason City, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Mason City in December?

In December, in Mason City, Nebraska, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Mason City?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in Mason City in December?

In December, in Mason City, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mason City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mason City have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mason City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mason City?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mason City, Nebraska, is 5.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mason City?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mason City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mason City is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mason City, NE

Average temperature in December - Mason City, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Mason City, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"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 - Mason City, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Mason City, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (60%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Mason City, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Mason City, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mason City, NE

Average snowfall in December - Mason City, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3.62").
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 - Mason City, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mason City, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mason City, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mason City, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Mason City, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14.6 days).

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Mason City, 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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