December weather forecast
Oakdale, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Oakdale, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Oakdale experiences a distinct temperature drop, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). Oakdale records a consistent low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Oakdale, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.3 rainfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

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 7:41 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 Oakdale, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Oakdale are 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

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

What is the snowiest month?

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 many days does it snow in December?

In Oakdale, 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?

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 Oakdale, Nebraska, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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?

The average sunshine duration in December in Oakdale is 5.1h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Oakdale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oakdale, NE

Average temperature in December - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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 - Oakdale, 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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