December weather forecastLawrence, NE
December
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.
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Frequently asked questions
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 9h and 24min
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 42min
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: 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: 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: 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: 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).





