December weather forecast
Scottsbluff, NE

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Weather in December

December in Scottsbluff fully experiences the cold clasp of winter, with some of the coldest temperatures of the year. Snowfall becomes a regular occurrence while rainfall reaches its minimal values. The month is defined by its highest snowfall record of 2.56" (65mm) solidifying winter's persistence. The maximum wind speed is logged at 18.6mph (29.9km/h), making it the windiest conventionally. Despite the short hours of daylight and the strong winter winds, December still manages to paint a beautifully pristine setting with its vivid winter hues.

Temperature

December is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 35.8°F (2.1°C) and as low as 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scottsbluff, there are 110.2 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Scottsbluff, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 17.36" (441mm) of snow.

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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Scottsbluff, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Scottsbluff?

December stands out as Scottsbluff's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is December in Scottsbluff?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Scottsbluff, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Scottsbluff?

In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December in Scottsbluff?

In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Scottsbluff in December?

In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scottsbluff?

The month with the shortest days in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Scottsbluff?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scottsbluff have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Scottsbluff?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Scottsbluff?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Scottsbluff, NE

Average temperature in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (47%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (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 - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Scottsbluff, 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 - Scottsbluff, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Scottsbluff, 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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