December weather forecast
Ashland, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ashland, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

As Ashland steps into December, a marked temperature drop is observed, with the average high-temperature reducing from November's frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Ashland experiences a consistent average temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

In Ashland, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ashland, Nebraska, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ashland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ashland, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ashland, there are 28.8 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ashland, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ashland, Nebraska, 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: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ashland?

Ashland in December has an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ashland?

The average relative humidity in December in Ashland, Nebraska, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, Nebraska, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, in December, snow falls for 5.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ashland?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Ashland?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ashland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ashland?

In Ashland, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ashland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ashland, NE

Average temperature in December - Ashland, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°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 (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Ashland, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Ashland, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Ashland, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Ashland, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

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

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Ashland, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Ashland, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
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 - Ashland, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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 - Ashland, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Ashland, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Ashland, 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 - Ashland, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Ashland, 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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