December weather forecast
Sparta, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sparta, Nebraska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and an average low of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Temperature

Sparta's transition into December is marked by a distinct drop in the average high-temperature, reducing from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Sparta's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

Humidity

In Sparta, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sparta, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sparta, Nebraska, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sparta are January through April, October through December. In Sparta, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.8 snowfall days, and 8.35" (212mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sparta.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sparta?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sparta, is 30.4°F (-0.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.3°F (-7.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sparta?

In Sparta, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sparta?

In December, in Sparta, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sparta in December?

In December, in Sparta, Nebraska, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sparta?

The month with the shortest days in Sparta, Nebraska, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sparta?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparta have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sparta is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sparta?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sparta?

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

Average temperature in December - Sparta, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Sparta, 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 - Sparta, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Sparta, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Sparta, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Sparta, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Sparta, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Sparta, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, 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 - Sparta, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Sparta, 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 - Sparta, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Sparta, 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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