December weather forecast
Monroe, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monroe, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°F (-6°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear drop in December, the average high-temperature declines from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a cold 34.3°F (1.3°C). Monroe encounters a steady low-temperature average of 21.2°F (-6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113.1 rainfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Monroe, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Monroe, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Monroe experiences an average high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Monroe, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Monroe, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Monroe, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Monroe have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Monroe, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Monroe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Monroe, NE

Average temperature in December - Monroe, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Monroe, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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 - Monroe, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Monroe, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Monroe, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Monroe, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Monroe, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monroe, NE

Average snowfall in December - Monroe, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
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 - Monroe, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monroe, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monroe, NE

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Monroe, NE

Average UV index in December - Monroe, 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 - Monroe, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Monroe, NE

Average visibility in December - Monroe, 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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