December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mitchell, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Temperature

December, with its high-temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature average of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In Mitchell, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mitchell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.8 days and collects up to 13.35" (339mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Mitchell, in December, snow falls for 7.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39 snowfall days, and 17.17" (436mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mitchell is 6.5h.

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 minimal health vulnerability 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:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

December stands out as Mitchell's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.5°F (2.5°C) and a low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mitchell, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mitchell?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Mitchell, Nebraska, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:34 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Mitchell, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mitchell is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Mitchell, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Mitchell, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Mitchell, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Mitchell, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (68%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (46%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Mitchell, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
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 - Mitchell, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 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 - Mitchell, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Mitchell, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 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 - Mitchell, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Mitchell, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Mitchell, 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 - Mitchell, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Mitchell, 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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