December weather forecast
Lawrence, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Lawrence, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Lawrence observes an average nighttime temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In Lawrence, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In Lawrence, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lawrence, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lawrence, Nebraska, there are 24.3 snowfall days, and 10.51" (267mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lawrence, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Lawrence during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lawrence?

The average relative humidity in December in Lawrence, Nebraska, is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lawrence?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lawrence in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lawrence?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lawrence, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lawrence have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lawrence?

On the first day of December in Lawrence, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Lawrence?

January and December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Lawrence.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lawrence?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lawrence, Nebraska, is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lawrence?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lawrence?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lawrence is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lawrence, NE

Average temperature in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lawrence, NE

Average pressure in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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).

Average wind speed in December
Lawrence, NE

Average wind speed in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lawrence, NE

Average humidity in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Lawrence, NE

Average rainfall in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Lawrence, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lawrence, NE

Average snowfall in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lawrence, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lawrence, 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 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lawrence, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lawrence, NE

Average UV index in December - Lawrence, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Lawrence, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Lawrence, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

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

Average visibility in December
Lawrence, NE

Average visibility in December - Lawrence, 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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