December weather forecast
Carleton, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Carleton, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low of 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). An average low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C) is recorded in the month of December in Carleton.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Carleton, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carleton, there are 116.1 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carleton, Nebraska, are January through May, October through December. In Carleton, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Carleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.7 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carleton, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Carleton?

During December, Carleton experiences an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 23.7°F (-4.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carleton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Carleton?

In Carleton, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carleton in December?

In Carleton, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carleton?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carleton.

How many hours of daylight does Carleton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Carleton?

On the first day of December in Carleton, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Carleton?

In Carleton, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Carleton?

In Carleton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carleton, NE

Average temperature in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carleton, NE

Average snowfall in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carleton, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.9 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
Carleton, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carleton, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Carleton, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Carleton, 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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