December weather forecast
Platte Center, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Platte Center, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°F (1.3°C) and min 21.2°F (-6°C).

Temperature

Witnessing a clear downswing, the average high-temperature during December drops from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). Platte Center experiences a mean low-temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Platte Center, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Platte Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.1 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Platte Center, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:37 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Platte Center, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 21.2°F (-6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Platte Center is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Platte Center?

In Platte Center, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Platte Center?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Platte Center have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Platte Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Platte Center, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Platte Center, 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 - Platte Center, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Platte Center, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Platte Center, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Platte Center, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Platte Center, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
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 - Platte Center, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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 - Platte Center, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Platte Center, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Platte Center, 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 - Platte Center, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Platte Center, 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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