December weather forecastPilger, NE
December
Weather in December
Finally, December embraces winter in full glory in Pilger, Nebraska, with icy temperatures reminiscent of January. When viewed in contrast with November, December certainly carries the banner for the most severe winter month. Snow covers the city more consistently now, marking a festive setting for the holidays. Short days are also one of December’s hallmarks as daylight reduces to its yearly low. Displaying the winter spirit fully, December has temperatures in the range from 20.3°F (-6.5°C) to just 32.2°F (0.1°C).Temperature
A notable decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, falling from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 20.3°F (-6.5°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.5 rainfall days, and 20.47" (520mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pilger, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.72" (69mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.5 snowfall days, and 13.78" (350mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5h.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pilger, NE
- Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 20.3°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 (15.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Pilger, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Pilger, NE
- Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Pilger, NE
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in December
Pilger, NE
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Pilger, NE
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pilger, NE
- Average snowfall in December: 2.72"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Pilger, NE
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pilger, NE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pilger, NE
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Pilger, NE
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Pilger, NE
- Average cloud cover in December: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Pilger, 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).
