December weather forecastElwood, NE
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Elwood, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).Temperature
The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C) to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). During the nights in December, Elwood observes an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 71%.Rainfall
In Elwood, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. In Elwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.7 days and aggregates up to 14.69" (373mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Elwood, Nebraska, the average sunshine in December is 6.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Elwood are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elwood, NE
- Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in December
Elwood, 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 (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elwood, NE
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Elwood, NE
- Average humidity in December: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).
Average rainfall in December
Elwood, NE
- Average rainfall in December: 1.06"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").
Average rainfall days in December
Elwood, NE
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elwood, NE
- Average snowfall in December: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elwood, NE
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elwood, NE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elwood, NE
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Elwood, 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
Elwood, NE
- Average cloud cover in December: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in December
Elwood, 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).
