December weather forecast
Wood River, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wood River, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). Wood River witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Wood River, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Wood River, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Wood River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.9 days and collects up to 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wood River, Nebraska, are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Wood River. Snow falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Wood River, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wood River are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. 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 it in Wood River in December?

The high-temperature in Wood River during December is 36.5°F (2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wood River?

In Wood River, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Wood River in December?

In Wood River, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Wood River?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Wood River in December?

In Wood River, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wood River?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wood River have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wood River?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wood River, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:16 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Wood River?

The months with the least sunshine in Wood River are January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wood River?

In Wood River, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Wood River?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wood River?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Wood River, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index 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 - Wood River, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°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 (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Wood River, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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 - Wood River, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
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 - Wood River, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (60%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Wood River, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Wood River, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Wood River, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.46").
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 - Wood River, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 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 - Wood River, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Wood River, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Wood River, 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 - Wood River, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Wood River, 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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