December weather forecastLincoln, NE
December
Weather in December
December brings winter in full swing to Lincoln, Nebraska. The temperatures dramatically drop from November’s, and snow begins to blanket Lincoln city with an average of 0.28" (7mm) of snowfall. Along with the chill, it is the season with the highest relative humidity. Despite the cold, the Christmas cheer and the festive spirit warms the atmosphere of the city. As citizens wrap up in warm clothes and gather around bonfires, Lincoln, Nebraska welcomes the New Year under a blanket of snow.Temperature
December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 36°F (2.2°C). Throughout December in Lincoln, Nebraska, a steady low-temperature average of 22.5°F (-5.3°C) is noted.Humidity
In Lincoln, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In Lincoln, in December, during 2.6 rainfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lincoln, there are 84.8 rainfall days, and 7.44" (189mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Lincoln is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Lincoln, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Lincoln are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average high temperature in December: 36°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 22.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).
Average pressure in December
Lincoln, 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 (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Lincoln, 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 (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average rainfall in December: 0.47"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.16").
Average rainfall days in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average snowfall in December: 0.28"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lincoln, NE
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (15 days).
Average UV index in December
Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, NE
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Lincoln, 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).
