December weather forecastAlbany, WI

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Albany, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and max 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In December, Albany's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.4 days and collects up to 7.09" (180mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during December is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

In Albany, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In December, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 6min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In Albany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, WI

  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Albany, WI

  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Albany, WI

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Albany, WI

  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Albany, WI

  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Albany, WI

  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albany, WI

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albany, WI

  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albany, WI

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min

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: 3h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Albany, WI

  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Albany, WI

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Albany, WI

  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Albany, WI

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).