December weather forecast
Nelson, OK

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nelson, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 52.2°F (11.2°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a comfortable 61.7°F (16.5°C) in November to a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C). Nelson experiences a consistent average temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nelson, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Nelson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.7 days and collects up to 37.6" (955mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Nelson, during December, snow falls for 0.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Nelson, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.2 days and aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Nelson, records 52.2°F (11.2°C), while the low-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) 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 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Nelson, the average day length in December is 9h and 55min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

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

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Nelson, OK

Average temperature in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Nelson, OK
  • 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nelson, OK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nelson, OK

Average sunshine days in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Nelson, OK

Average UV index in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Nelson, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Nelson, OK

Average visibility in December - Nelson, OK
  • 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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