December weather forecast
Pleasant Dale, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pleasant Dale, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 22.5°F (-5.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). In Pleasant Dale, an average nighttime temperature of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Pleasant Dale, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pleasant Dale, there are 118.4 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is accumulated. In Pleasant Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.2 days and aggregates up to 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pleasant Dale, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 36.1°F (2.3°C) and the low-temperature is 22.5°F (-5.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pleasant Dale, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pleasant Dale, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pleasant Dale.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Dale have in December?

In Pleasant Dale, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Pleasant Dale, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Dale have in December?

In Pleasant Dale, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pleasant Dale is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Pleasant Dale, 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 - Pleasant Dale, 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 (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
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 - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 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 - Pleasant Dale, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Pleasant Dale, 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 - Pleasant Dale, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Pleasant Dale, 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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