December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shelby, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a freezing cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In Shelby, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Shelby, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shelby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.4 days and collects up to 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shelby, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.8 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Shelby, the average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shelby, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Shelby, during December, snow falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shelby have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shelby?

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 reading in December in Shelby?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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 - Shelby, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Shelby, 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 - Shelby, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Shelby, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Shelby, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Shelby, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Shelby, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
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 - Shelby, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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 - Shelby, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Shelby, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Shelby, 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 - Shelby, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Shelby, 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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