December weather forecast
Milligan, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Milligan, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 50.5°F (10.3°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Milligan's temperature drops to an average low of 23°F (-5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Milligan, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Milligan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.5 days and collects up to 8.03" (204mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Milligan, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Milligan, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Milligan, records 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Milligan, during December, the rain falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Milligan, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Milligan, NE

Average temperature in December - Milligan, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Milligan, 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 - Milligan, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Milligan, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Milligan, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Milligan, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Milligan, NE

Average snowfall in December - Milligan, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
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 - Milligan, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Milligan, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milligan, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Milligan, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Milligan, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (16.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Milligan, NE

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Milligan, NE

Average visibility in December - Milligan, 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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