December weather forecast
Nelson, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nelson, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

As Nelson enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) of November to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). During December, Nelson experiences an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nelson, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 24.3 snowfall days, and 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nelson, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Nelson, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Nelson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelson have in December?

In Nelson, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Nelson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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 - Nelson, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
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 - Nelson, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 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 - Nelson, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Nelson, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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 - Nelson, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Nelson, 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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