December weather forecastWayne, NE
December
Weather in December
As the final month of the year, December in Wayne, Nebraska signals the beginning of harsh winter conditions. The temperatures nosedive further, staying mostly below freezing point, underlining the essence of winter firmly stamped on the city's weather. The snow returns to the landscape, accompanied by the characteristic winter winds, altogether creating a cold, wintry atmosphere. The dwindling daylight hours add to the frigid conditions, and outdoor activities take a backseat. As the month progresses, the wintry conditions persist, rolling into the new year with no significant change.Temperature
The start of December in Wayne signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average low-temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is witnessed in Wayne during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Wayne, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wayne, Nebraska, there are 120.7 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Wayne are January through May, October through December. In December, in Wayne, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wayne, 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 in Wayne, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Wayne 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Wayne, 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).
Average pressure in December
Wayne, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Wayne, 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).
Average humidity in December
Wayne, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Wayne, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Wayne, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Wayne, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Wayne, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wayne, NE
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Wayne, 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).
Average UV index in December
Wayne, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Wayne, 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).
Average visibility in December
Wayne, 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).
