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Weather in December

December in Crete, Nebraska signifies the full arrival of the winter season. Snow makes a comeback with approximately 1.73" (44mm) distributed over six days. These considerable snowfall figures combined with increased cloud cover build a captivating winter wonderland. The year concludes with shorter days and an obvious decrease in sunshine hours. As the city transitions from December to a new January, the cycle repeats, leading us back to the chills and charms of wintry January.

Temperature

In Crete, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 50°F (10°C) to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). Crete cools down to an average low-temperature of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Crete, in December, it is raining for 4.1 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.6 rainfall days, and 19.45" (494mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. In Crete, during the entire year, snow falls for 29 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Crete is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Crete 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Crete in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Crete, is 36.3°F (2.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Crete?

In Crete, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Crete in December?

In December, in Crete, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Crete in December?

In Crete, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Crete?

The month with the shortest days in Crete, Nebraska, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Crete?

On the first day of December in Crete, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Crete?

In Crete, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Crete?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
50°F 10°C
36.3°F 2.4°C
32.9°F 0.5°C
Average low temperature
33.8°F 1°C
22.8°F -5.1°C
18.7°F -7.4°C
Average pressure
30.08" 764mmHg
30.13" 765mmHg
30.16" 766mmHg
Average wind speed
10.6mph 17.1km/h
10.3mph 16.6km/h
10.4mph 16.7km/h
Average max. wind speed
11.4mph 18.3km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
Average wind speed gusts
17.1mph 27.5km/h
16.7mph 26.9km/h
16.9mph 27.2km/h
Average humidity
66%
75%
78%
Average rainfall
0.67" 17mm
1.22" 31mm
0.63" 16mm
Average rainfall days
4.7
4.1
4.4
Average snowfall
0.59" 15mm
1.73" 44mm
2.28" 58mm
Average snowfall days
1.8
5.6
8.3
Average daylight
9h 5min
9h 2min
9h 4min
Average sunshine
6h 1min
5h 2min
5h 1min
Average sunshine days
22.5
21.6
19.3
Average UV index
2
2
2
Average cloud cover
31%
40%
43%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km
6mi 9.7km

Average temperature in December
Crete, NE

Average temperature in December - Crete, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Crete, NE

Average pressure in December - Crete, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Crete, NE

Average wind speed in December - Crete, 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 (7.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Crete, NE

Average humidity in December - Crete, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
Crete, NE

Average rainfall in December - Crete, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Crete, NE

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Crete, NE

Average snowfall in December - Crete, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Crete, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Crete, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Crete, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crete, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Crete, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Crete, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Crete, NE

Average UV index in December - Crete, 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
Crete, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Crete, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Crete, NE

Average visibility in December - Crete, 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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