December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Spencer, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Spencer's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Spencer, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Spencer, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Spencer, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Spencer, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Spencer, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Spencer, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Spencer, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Spencer have in December?

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 7:46 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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 Spencer, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability 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 - Spencer, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Spencer, 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 - Spencer, 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 (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Spencer, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Spencer, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Spencer, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Spencer, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Spencer, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, 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 - Spencer, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
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 - Spencer, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Spencer, 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 - Spencer, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Spencer, 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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