December weather forecastBenton, WI
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Benton, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 21°F (-6.1°C) and max 31.1°F (-0.5°C).Temperature
Benton in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Benton, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In Benton, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Benton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 20.2" (513mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Benton. In Benton, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow. In Benton, Wisconsin, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.5 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Benton, WI
- Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).
Average pressure in December
Benton, WI
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Benton, WI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Benton, 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
Benton, WI
- Average rainfall in December: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").
Average rainfall days in December
Benton, WI
- Average rainfall days in December: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Benton, WI
- Average snowfall in December: 2.36"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Benton, WI
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Benton, 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: 4h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Benton, WI
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Benton, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Benton, WI
- Average cloud cover in December: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Benton, WI
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).
