December weather forecast
Swanton, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Swanton, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23°F (-5°C) and an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Swanton's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Swanton is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 115.2 rainfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Swanton. In Swanton, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.2 snowfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Swanton.
On the first day of December in Swanton, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Swanton, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Swanton in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Swanton, is 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Swanton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Swanton, Nebraska, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Swanton in December?

In Swanton, Nebraska, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Swanton in December?

In Swanton, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Swanton?

The month with the shortest days in Swanton is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Swanton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Swanton?

On the first day of December in Swanton, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Swanton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Swanton is 5.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Swanton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Swanton, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Swanton, NE

Average temperature in December - Swanton, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Swanton, 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 - Swanton, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Swanton, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Swanton, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Swanton, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
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 - Swanton, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Swanton, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swanton, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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 30min).
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 - Swanton, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Swanton, 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 - Swanton, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Swanton, 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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