December weather forecast
Wauneta, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Wauneta, Nebraska, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and max 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

December stands out as Wauneta's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically collects 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wauneta, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wauneta, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.4 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:29 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Wauneta, Nebraska, the average sunshine in December 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

December, noted for its average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C), is considered the coldest month.

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wauneta, is 39°F (3.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23.7°F (-4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wauneta?

In Wauneta, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 2.1 days and accumulates 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wauneta, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:29 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 Wauneta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
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Average temperature in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°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 (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.82"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (52%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
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 - Wauneta, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 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 - Wauneta, 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: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (25.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Wauneta, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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 - Wauneta, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Wauneta, 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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