December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Royal, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.2°F (0.1°C) and min 20.3°F (-6.5°C).

Temperature

December brings with it a considerable temperature decrease, with average high-temperatures dropping from November's chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). Royal registers a consistent average low-temperature of 20.3°F (-6.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Royal, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Royal, Nebraska, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Royal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.3 days and collects up to 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Royal are 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 20.3°F (-6.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Royal, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Royal, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Royal?

The month with the most snowfall in Royal is December, when snow falls for 7.6 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Royal, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Royal have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Royal, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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 - Royal, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°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 (29.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.3°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 (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Royal, 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 - Royal, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Royal, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Royal, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Royal, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Royal, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.5").
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 - Royal, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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 - Royal, 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: 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: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Royal, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Royal, 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 - Royal, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Royal, 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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