December weather forecast
Neligh, NE

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Weather in December

December draws the curtain on the year in Neligh, reintroducing winter's reign. The town braces for the chill, with temperatures plummeting sharply to their December averages of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C). This month observes an impressive 3.5" (89mm) of snowfall intensifying the return of the winter season. The town turns into a winter fairyland, where the streets and rooftops get painted white by the snowflakes. As the snow begins to fall, Neligh sparkles as it encapsulates the essence of a quintessential midwestern winter.

Temperature

Neligh's weather in December is characterized by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Humidity

In Neligh, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Neligh, during December, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Neligh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.3 days and collects up to 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Neligh are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Neligh, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Neligh in December?

In Neligh, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Neligh have in December?

In Neligh, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Neligh is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Neligh, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Neligh, 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 - Neligh, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Neligh, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Neligh, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Neligh, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Neligh, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
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 - Neligh, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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 - Neligh, 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: 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: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Neligh, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Neligh, 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 - Neligh, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Neligh, 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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