December weather forecast
Cozad, NE

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Weather in December

December ushers in the starkest cold month of the year in Cozad. The temperature drops further to an average high of 36.5°F (2.5°C), signifying the start of the harsh winter. Under the chilly winds blowing at a speed of 10.4mph (16.7km/h), remnants of autumn quickly fade. The highest pressure of the year at 30.14" (766mm) indicates the dominance of high-pressure systems associated with colder weather. The decrease in daylight hours and the rise in cloud cover of 34% affirms the city's entry into the heart of winter.

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50°F (10°C) in November to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 70%.

Rainfall

In Cozad, in December, it is raining for 3.5 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cozad, Nebraska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.4 days and collects up to 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Cozad, Nebraska. In Cozad, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Cozad, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 13.15" (334mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cozad, Nebraska, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Cozad, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Cozad is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cozad 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cozad in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cozad, records 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cozad?

The average relative humidity in December in Cozad, Nebraska, is 70%.

How much does it rain in Cozad in December?

In Cozad, Nebraska, during December, the rain falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cozad in December?

In Cozad, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cozad?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cozad have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cozad?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cozad?

In Cozad, Nebraska, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cozad?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Cozad?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cozad, Nebraska, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cozad, NE

Average temperature in December - Cozad, NE
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Cozad, 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 (29.84"Hg).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Cozad, NE
  • Average humidity in December: 70%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (58%).

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Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Cozad, NE
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Cozad, NE
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
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 - Cozad, NE
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (6.5 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
Cozad, NE

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cozad, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Cozad, NE
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Cozad, 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 - Cozad, NE
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Cozad, 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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