December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newcastle, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18°F (-7.8°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

Newcastle's transition into December is marked by a clear drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature in Newcastle, Nebraska, dips to 18°F (-7.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Newcastle, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Newcastle, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.7 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Newcastle, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Newcastle, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Newcastle is 4.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Newcastle in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Newcastle, records 30°F (-1.1°C), while the low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newcastle?

In December, the average relative humidity in Newcastle, Nebraska, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Newcastle in December?

In Newcastle, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Newcastle?

In Newcastle, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newcastle?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Newcastle, Nebraska.

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

In Newcastle, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Newcastle?

On the first day of December in Newcastle, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newcastle have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Newcastle?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Newcastle is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newcastle, NE

Average temperature in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Newcastle, NE

Average pressure in December - Newcastle, 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 (29.85"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Newcastle, NE

Average wind speed in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Newcastle, NE

Average humidity in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newcastle, NE

Average rainfall in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Newcastle, NE

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Newcastle, NE

Average snowfall in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Newcastle, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newcastle, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Newcastle, NE

Average UV index in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Newcastle, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Newcastle, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Newcastle, NE

Average visibility in December - Newcastle, 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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