December weather forecast
Saint Helena, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Saint Helena, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and min 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December brings a distinct temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C). Saint Helena experiences a consistent average temperature of 18°F (-7.8°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Saint Helena, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Helena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.9 days and collects up to 21.93" (557mm) 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 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Saint Helena?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saint Helena, is 29.8°F (-1.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18°F (-7.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Saint Helena, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Saint Helena?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Saint Helena, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Saint Helena have in December?

In Saint Helena, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Saint Helena, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Saint Helena?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from 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 - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.8°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 (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°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 (12.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Saint Helena, 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 - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 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 - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (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 - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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 - Saint Helena, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
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 - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Saint Helena, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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 - Saint Helena, 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 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Saint Helena, 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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