December weather forecast
Utica, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Utica, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°F (-5.4°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 36°F (2.2°C) from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Utica experiences an average nighttime temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Utica, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Utica, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Utica, Nebraska, there are 33.7 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Utica is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Utica, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Utica. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Utica in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Utica, is 36°F (2.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Utica?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Utica in December?

In December, in Utica, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Utica?

In December, in Utica, Nebraska, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Utica?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Utica, Nebraska.

How many hours of daylight does Utica have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Utica?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Utica, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Utica have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Utica?

In Utica, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Utica, NE

Average temperature in December - Utica, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"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 - Utica, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
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 - Utica, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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

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

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Utica, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Utica, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
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 - Utica, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Utica, 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Utica, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Utica, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Utica, NE

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Utica, 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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