December weather forecast
Osceola, NE

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Weather in December

Winter takes full hold in Osceola, Nebraska, during December, wrapping the city in cold and snow. The decrease in temperature to a low of 21.9°F (-5.6°C) signifies an assertion of the frigid winter season. Snowfall marks the landscape, transforming the environment into a blanket of white. The consistently cold winter weather during December paves the way for Christmas traditions and winter activities. Cold weather equipment and warm heaters remain a necessity due to the icy conditions of this month.

Temperature

The start of December in Osceola involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). During December, Osceola records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Osceola is 76%.

Rainfall

In Osceola, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Osceola, Nebraska, there are 112.4 rainfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Osceola are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Osceola, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.8 days and aggregates up to 11.14" (283mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Osceola, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Osceola, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Osceola in December?

Osceola in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Osceola?

In Osceola, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Osceola?

In December, the rain falls for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Osceola?

In Osceola, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Osceola?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Osceola have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Osceola?

On the first day of December in Osceola, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Osceola have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Osceola is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Osceola?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Osceola?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Osceola, NE

Average temperature in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Osceola, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Osceola, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Osceola, 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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