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

Is Lincoln a good destination in December, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

During December, Lincoln usually has low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 3°C. At night, they generally drop to -8°C. The month is chilly, so ensure you're equipped and dress warmly. Preparation becomes key in these temperatures.

Precipitation

Lincoln in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 44 mm for the month. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 146 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lincoln. September generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lincoln, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -8°C  

Max Temperature 3°C  

Chance of Rain 23%  

Precipitation 44 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 73%  

Sunshine 146 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 51%  

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

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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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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