December weather forecast
Washington, NE

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Washington, Nebraska, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Washington's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 21.9°F (-5.6°C).

Humidity

In Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, in Washington, Nebraska, the rain falls for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.6 days and collects up to 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Washington. In Washington, in December, during 5.7 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.8 days and aggregates up to 9.25" (235mm) 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 7:32 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Washington, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Washington are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 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. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Washington?

The high-temperature, in December, in Washington, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 21.9°F (-5.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Washington?

In Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Washington in December?

In Washington, in December, during 3.8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Washington?

In Washington, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Washington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Washington have in December?

In Washington, Nebraska, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Washington?

On the first day of December in Washington, Nebraska, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Washington have in December?

In Washington, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Washington?

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 Washington?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Washington 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
Washington, NE

Average temperature in December - Washington, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Washington, NE

Average pressure in December - Washington, 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 (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Washington, NE

Average wind speed in December - Washington, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Washington, NE

Average humidity in December - Washington, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Washington, NE

Average rainfall in December - Washington, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Washington, NE

Average rainfall days in December - Washington, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Washington, NE

Average snowfall in December - Washington, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Washington, NE

Average snowfall days in December - Washington, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Washington, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Washington, NE
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Washington, NE

Average sunshine days in December - Washington, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Washington, NE

Average UV index in December - Washington, 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
Washington, NE

Average cloud cover in December - Washington, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Washington, NE

Average visibility in December - Washington, 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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