December weather forecast
Union, NE

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Union, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). An average low-temperature of 23.5°F (-4.7°C) is noted in Union, Nebraska, during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Union is 75%.

Rainfall

In Union, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.7 days and collects up to 26.73" (679mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Union, Nebraska, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Union, during the entire year, snow falls for 27 days and aggregates up to 10.35" (263mm) 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 Union, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Union is 5.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Union?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Union, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Union?

In December, the average relative humidity in Union is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Union?

In Union, Nebraska, in December, during 5.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Union in December?

In Union, Nebraska, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Union?

The month with the shortest days in Union, Nebraska, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Union have in December?

In Union, Nebraska, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Union?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Union?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Union?

In Union, Nebraska, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Union, NE

Average temperature in December - Union, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°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 (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Union, NE

Average pressure in December - Union, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Union, NE

Average wind speed in December - Union, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Union, NE

Average humidity in December - Union, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Union, NE

Average rainfall in December - Union, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Union, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Union, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Union, NE

Average snowfall in December - Union, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Union, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Union, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Union, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Union, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Union, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Union, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Union, NE

Average UV index in December - Union, 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
Union, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Union, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Union, NE

Average visibility in December - Union, 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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