December weather forecast
McLean, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in McLean, Nebraska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December brings a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The low-temperature averages to 19.6°F (-6.9°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in McLean is 80%.

Rainfall

In McLean, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in McLean, there are 115.7 rainfall days, and 19.61" (498mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in McLean. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in McLean, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into 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. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in McLean in December?

McLean in December has an average high-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in McLean?

In December, the average relative humidity in McLean, Nebraska, is 80%.

How much does it rain in McLean in December?

In McLean, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in McLean?

The month with the most snowfall in McLean, Nebraska, is December, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in McLean in December?

In December, in McLean, Nebraska, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in McLean?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in McLean?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in McLean?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in McLean, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does McLean have in December?

In McLean, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in McLean?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in McLean?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in McLean, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - McLean, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - McLean, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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 - McLean, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - McLean, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - McLean, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - McLean, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - McLean, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
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 - McLean, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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 - McLean, 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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - McLean, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - McLean, 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 - McLean, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - McLean, 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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