December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December in Scottsbluff fully experiences the cold clasp of winter, with some of the coldest temperatures of the year. Snowfall becomes a regular occurrence while rainfall reaches its minimal values. The month is defined by its highest snowfall record of 2.56" (65mm) solidifying winter's persistence. The maximum wind speed is logged at 18.6mph (29.9km/h), making it the windiest conventionally. Despite the short hours of daylight and the strong winter winds, December still manages to paint a beautifully pristine setting with its vivid winter hues.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and lows of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), December is the coldest month.

Humidity

In Scottsbluff, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Scottsbluff, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Scottsbluff, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Scottsbluff. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

Scottsbluff witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Scottsbluff, is 35.8°F (2.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Scottsbluff, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Scottsbluff have in December?

In Scottsbluff, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scottsbluff have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

What is the month 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (47%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scottsbluff, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Scottsbluff, 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 - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Scottsbluff, 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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