December weather forecast
Atkinson, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Atkinson, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) and an average high of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December brings a distinct shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Atkinson observes an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Atkinson, in December, during 2 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Atkinson are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Atkinson is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Atkinson, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Atkinson in December?

In Atkinson, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Atkinson in December?

In Atkinson, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Atkinson?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Atkinson in December?

In December, in Atkinson, Nebraska, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atkinson?

The month with the shortest days in Atkinson is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Atkinson have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Atkinson?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Atkinson?

In Atkinson, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Atkinson?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Atkinson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Atkinson is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Atkinson, NE

Average temperature in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Atkinson, NE

Average snowfall in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Atkinson, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Atkinson, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Atkinson, 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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