December weather forecast
Plattsmouth, NE

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Weather in December

December in Plattsmouth is firmly within the winter domain, with nights growing colder and frost covering the city. Cordial daytime temperatures take a dip, averaging at around 35.1°F (1.7°C). After a brief interval in November, snow makes its return, clocking in an average of around 1.61" (41mm). Cloud cover increases, and days become shorter, marking a typical Nebraskan winter. With the end of the year approaching, Plattsmouth eases into a slower pace, blanketed under a layer of cold winter calm.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Plattsmouth's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). In Plattsmouth, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In Plattsmouth, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Plattsmouth, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.8 rainfall days, and 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Plattsmouth, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.2 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Plattsmouth, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Plattsmouth?

During December, Plattsmouth experiences an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Plattsmouth?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Plattsmouth in December?

In Plattsmouth, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Plattsmouth in December?

In Plattsmouth, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Plattsmouth?

The month with the shortest days in Plattsmouth is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Plattsmouth?

In December, the average day length in Plattsmouth, Nebraska, is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Plattsmouth?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Plattsmouth, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plattsmouth have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Plattsmouth is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Plattsmouth?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Plattsmouth.

What is the UV index reading in December in Plattsmouth?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Plattsmouth is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Plattsmouth, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
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 - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 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 - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
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 - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Plattsmouth, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Plattsmouth, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Plattsmouth, 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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