December weather forecast
Gering, NE

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Weather in December

December in Gering, Nebraska marks the arrival of hard winter, boasting snowfall quantities of 2.56" (65mm) spread over 7 days. The cold weather provides a wintry backdrop for the city's bustling holiday preparations, enhancing the festive atmosphere. A significant drop in temperature pairs well with the holiday season, adding a touch of magic to the city's landscape. The dwindling daylight hours and the rise in relative humidity solidify December as the pinnacle of winter. Silvered by the frost, Gering succumbs to the cold winter months and gets ready to embrace the new year.

Temperature

Gering's December weather reaches an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C), making it the coldest month.

Humidity

In Gering, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gering, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.2 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Gering, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gering, there are 39.7 snowfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

December is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average low of 20.7°F (-6.3°C).

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.8°F (2.1°C) and the low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Gering is 68%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gering, Nebraska, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gering?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:33 pm MST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gering?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Gering, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Gering, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Gering, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Gering, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (69%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (47%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Gering, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Gering, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Gering, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Gering, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gering, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Gering, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Gering, 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 - Gering, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Gering, 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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