December weather forecast
South Bend, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in South Bend, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

The transition from November to December brings a clear temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In South Bend, in December, it is raining for 3.8 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Bend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Bend, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In South Bend, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 11.77" (299mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In South Bend, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 South Bend, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in South Bend is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In South Bend, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Bend, NE

Average temperature in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°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: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
South Bend, NE

Average pressure in December - South Bend, 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
South Bend, NE

Average wind speed in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
South Bend, NE

Average humidity in December - South Bend, 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 (65%).

Average rainfall in December
South Bend, NE

Average rainfall in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
South Bend, NE

Average rainfall days in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Bend, NE

Average snowfall in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

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

Average snowfall days in December
South Bend, NE

Average snowfall days in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 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
South Bend, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Bend, 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 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Bend, NE

Average sunshine days in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
South Bend, NE

Average UV index in December - South Bend, 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
South Bend, NE

Average cloud cover in December - South Bend, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
South Bend, NE

Average visibility in December - South Bend, 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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