December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Oxford, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to an icy 37°F (2.8°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in December, during 3.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Oxford, Nebraska, there are 108.2 rainfall days, and 18.82" (478mm) 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 5.9 days and accumulates 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oxford?

The high-temperature, in December, in Oxford, records 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Oxford, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Oxford have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oxford, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.8h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe 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
Oxford, NE

Average temperature in December - Oxford, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°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 - Oxford, 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 - Oxford, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.7mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (59%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Oxford, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Oxford, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.28").
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 - Oxford, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.9 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 - Oxford, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Oxford, 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 - Oxford, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and September (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Oxford, 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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