December weather forecast
Aurora, NE

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Weather in December

In December, the rains give way to snow, transforming Aurora into a winter wonderland. The temperature drops considerably, adding to the wintry charm of the holiday season and contrasting the hot summer highs of June and July. With residents bundled up in cozy attire against the cold, the city prepares to ring in the New Year. As the month concludes, the charm of the snowy landscapes leaves a lasting impression before the start of a new year.

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average temperature drops to a subzero cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

In Aurora, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Aurora, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.2 rainfall days, and 21.61" (549mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Aurora, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Aurora?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Aurora, NE

Average temperature in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°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 (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Aurora, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (22.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Aurora, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Aurora, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Aurora, 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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