December weather forecast
Sutherland, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sutherland, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.3°F (2.4°C) and an average low of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C) from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). During December nights, Sutherland records an average temperature of 22.6°F (-5.2°C).

Humidity

In Sutherland, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Sutherland, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.4 rainfall days, and 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sutherland, Nebraska, are January through May, October through December. In Sutherland, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.6 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sutherland, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, in Sutherland, Nebraska, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sutherland?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.3°F (2.4°C) and 22.6°F (-5.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sutherland?

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sutherland?

In Sutherland, Nebraska, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sutherland?

In Sutherland, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sutherland?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Sutherland?

The average day length in December in Sutherland, Nebraska, is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sutherland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sutherland, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sutherland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sutherland, Nebraska, is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sutherland?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sutherland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sutherland, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Sutherland, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Sutherland, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"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 - Sutherland, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Sutherland, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (57%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Sutherland, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Sutherland, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Sutherland, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
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 - Sutherland, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sutherland, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Sutherland, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Sutherland, 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 - Sutherland, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Sutherland, 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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