December weather forecast
Harrisburg, NE

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Weather in December

December is the second coldest month in Harrisburg, with temperatures varying from 20.7°F (-6.3°C) to 35.8°F (2.1°C). Snowfall increases in comparison with November, making it the month with the highest snowfall. It witnesses the shortest days of the year, with decreased sunlight hours. The cloud coverage increases significantly as compared to November and the wind speed picks up slightly, contributing to colder days. Despite the chill, the relative humidity stays towards the higher side of the scale, making the cold slightly damp.

Temperature

Harrisburg experiences its lowest average temperatures in December, reaching a peak of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a minimum of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harrisburg, there are 110 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. In Harrisburg, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Harrisburg, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Harrisburg, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Harrisburg?

The month of December, characterized by an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), is recognized as the coldest in Harrisburg.

How cold is December in Harrisburg?

The high-temperature, in December, in Harrisburg, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Harrisburg?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Harrisburg in December?

In Harrisburg, Nebraska, in December, during 7 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Harrisburg?

December has the shortest days of the year in Harrisburg, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In Harrisburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Harrisburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Harrisburg, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:35 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Harrisburg have in December?

In Harrisburg, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Harrisburg?

In Harrisburg, Nebraska, 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Harrisburg, NE

Average temperature in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Harrisburg, NE

Average snowfall in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Harrisburg, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Harrisburg, NE

Average UV index in December - Harrisburg, 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
Harrisburg, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Harrisburg, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Harrisburg, 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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