December weather forecastColumbus, NE
December
Weather in December
December heralds the start of winter in Columbus, Nebraska. Snowfall increases significantly, averaging 2.2" (56mm), turning the city into a winter wonderland. With winter solstice approaching, daylight hours are the shortest, and long nights take over. Despite the cold, the holiday season sprinkles its own magic on the snow-covered city. As the year turns, the harsher January weather awaits, bringing colder temperatures and more snow.Temperature
In December, the average high-temperature in Columbus decreases considerably from a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C) in November to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). Columbus anticipates an average minimum temperature of 21.2°F (-6°C) in the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Columbus is 76%.Rainfall
In Columbus, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.1 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Columbus, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.05" (306mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Columbus is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Columbus are January, February, November and 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 rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Average temperature in December
Columbus, NE
- Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Columbus, 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 (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Columbus, NE
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Columbus, NE
- Average humidity in December: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).
Average rainfall in December
Columbus, NE
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Columbus, NE
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Columbus, NE
- Average snowfall in December: 2.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Columbus, NE
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Columbus, NE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Columbus, NE
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Columbus, 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
Columbus, 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 25).
Average visibility in December
Columbus, 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).
