December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ponca, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°F (-7.4°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Ponca in December sees a clear temperature decline, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In December, Ponca experiences an average nighttime temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ponca, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ponca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122 days and collects up to 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ponca, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ponca, during the entire year, snow falls for 38 days and aggregates up to 13.23" (336mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ponca is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ponca, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

In Ponca, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Ponca experiences an average high-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 18.7°F (-7.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ponca, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Ponca, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ponca have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
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Average temperature in December - Ponca, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.7°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 (13.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ponca, 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 - Ponca, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
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 - Ponca, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ponca, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Ponca, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ponca, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.95").
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 - Ponca, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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 - Ponca, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ponca, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Ponca, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Ponca, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ponca, 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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