December weather forecast
Butte, NE

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Weather in December

December concludes the year with the return of winter's chill. It gains the second position in the race for the coldest month, with high and low average temperatures dropping to 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 20.7°F (-6.3°C) respectively. The streets and homes adorned with holiday lights against the snow-covered backdrop paint an idyllic winter picture. Visitors to Butte in December should plan for a white Christmas.

Temperature

As December arrives, Butte's weather displays a notable decrease in high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 46.4°F (8°C) to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Butte usually reports an average low-temperature of 20.7°F (-6.3°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Butte is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Butte, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 109.3 rainfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Butte. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Butte, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Butte is 5.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. 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 Butte?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Butte, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 20.7°F (-6.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Butte?

In Butte, Nebraska, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Butte in December?

In December, in Butte, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Butte?

The month with the most snowfall in Butte, Nebraska, is December, when snow falls for 5.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Butte?

In December, in Butte, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Butte?

December has the shortest days of the year in Butte, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Butte?

In Butte, Nebraska, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Butte?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Butte, Nebraska, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Butte?

The average sunshine duration in December in Butte is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Butte?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Butte?

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

Average temperature in December - Butte, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Butte, NE
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Butte, NE
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Butte, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Butte, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Butte, NE
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Butte, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Butte, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Butte, NE

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Butte, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Butte, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Butte, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Butte, 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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