December weather forecast
Plainview, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plainview, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and max 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). During December, Plainview sees a mean low-temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Plainview, Nebraska, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Plainview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 19.61" (498mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Plainview. December is the month with the most snowfall in Plainview. Snow falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Plainview is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Plainview, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Plainview 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Plainview?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Plainview, is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.6°F (-6.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Plainview?

In Plainview, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Plainview in December?

In Plainview, Nebraska, 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 in Plainview?

The month with the most snowfall in Plainview is December, when snow falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Plainview in December?

In Plainview, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plainview?

The month with the shortest days in Plainview is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Plainview have in December?

In December, the average day length in Plainview is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Plainview?

On the first day of December in Plainview, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plainview have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Plainview?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Plainview?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Plainview, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°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 (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°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 (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Plainview, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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 - Plainview, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Plainview, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.59").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Plainview, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.23").
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 - Plainview, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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 - Plainview, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Plainview, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Plainview, 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 - Plainview, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Plainview, 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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