Columbus weather in December (Nebraska, United States of America)

Is Columbus a good destination in December, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Columbus usually has very low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 1°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -9°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Columbus in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 34 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 7 days of snow/rain.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Columbus. September typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Columbus climate page with graphs.

 

Columbus, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature 1°C  

Chance of Rain 23%  

Precipitation 34 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

2/10

Walking

2/10

Barbeque

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

2/10

Interested in more climate information?

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