December weather forecast
Balsam Lake, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Balsam Lake, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and max 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a distinct decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C). December in Balsam Lake witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a frigid cold 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Balsam Lake is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Balsam Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.5 days and collects up to 20.87" (530mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Balsam Lake is December, when snow falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Balsam Lake, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Balsam Lake is 2.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Balsam Lake?

In December, in Balsam Lake, the average high-temperature is 23.4°F (-4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Balsam Lake?

In December, the average relative humidity in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Balsam Lake?

In Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, during December, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Balsam Lake?

The month with the most snowfall in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, is December, when snow falls for 15.2 days and typically aggregates up to 5.47" (139mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Balsam Lake?

In December, in Balsam Lake, it is snowing for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 5.47" (139mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Balsam Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Balsam Lake have in December?

In Balsam Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Balsam Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Balsam Lake, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Balsam Lake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Balsam Lake?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Balsam Lake?

In Balsam Lake, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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
Balsam Lake, WI

Average temperature in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average pressure in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average wind speed in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average humidity in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average rainfall in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average snowfall in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.47").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average UV index in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Balsam Lake, WI

Average visibility in December - Balsam Lake, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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