December weather forecastNorth Platte, NE

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December

Weather in December

December firmly establishes the winter season, with the lowest temperatures and distinct winter conditions. Notably, temperatures plummet to lows of 22.6°F (-5.2°C), signifying winter's full force. December sees an increase in snowfall alongside regular rainfall, amplifying the holiday season's festive spirit. Shorter daylight hours are predominant, enhancing the cozy winter atmosphere. The change in North Platte’s weather landscape exemplifies the diversity and beauty of the four seasons.

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 36.3°F (2.4°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 22.6°F (-5.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In North Platte, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation. In North Platte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.4 days and collects up to 17.99" (457mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In North Platte, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.6 snowfall days, and 12.83" (326mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in North Platte. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in North Platte, the average high-temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 22.6°F (-5.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

In North Platte, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

In North Platte, during December, the rain falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

In North Platte, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

In North Platte, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

In North Platte, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

49.3°F

36.3°F

36°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.9mph

11.7mph

11.8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

21.7

20.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average high temperature in December: 36.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

Average low temperature in December: 22.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (57%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

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

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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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: 6h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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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
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Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
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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).