December weather forecast
Thurston, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thurston, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Thurston observes an average nighttime temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Thurston, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Thurston, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Thurston, Nebraska, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.1 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) 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 December in Thurston, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Thurston is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Thurston?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Thurston, is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 18.9°F (-7.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Thurston?

In December, the average relative humidity in Thurston, Nebraska, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Thurston in December?

In December, in Thurston, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Thurston in December?

In Thurston, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thurston?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Thurston.

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

In Thurston, the average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Thurston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Thurston, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thurston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Thurston is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Thurston?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Thurston, Nebraska, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Thurston?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Thurston is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Thurston, NE

Average temperature in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°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 (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°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 (14.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Thurston, NE

Average pressure in December - Thurston, 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
Thurston, NE

Average wind speed in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thurston, NE

Average rainfall in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Thurston, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Thurston, NE

Average snowfall in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Thurston, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Thurston, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thurston, 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: 4h and 4min

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 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Thurston, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thurston, NE

Average UV index in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Thurston, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Thurston, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Thurston, NE

Average visibility in December - Thurston, 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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