December weather forecast
Dalton, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dalton, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and min 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Dalton experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Dalton records an average temperature drop to a still subzero cold 19.2°F (-7.1°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Dalton is 85%.

Rainfall

In Dalton, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dalton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.5 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dalton. In December, it is snowing for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dalton, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.7 days and aggregates up to 19.06" (484mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dalton is 3.7h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dalton in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dalton, is 29.1°F (-1.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dalton?

The average relative humidity in December in Dalton, Wisconsin, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Dalton in December?

In Dalton, Wisconsin, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dalton in December?

In Dalton, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dalton?

The month with the shortest days in Dalton is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dalton have in December?

In Dalton, the average day length in December is 9h and 0min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dalton?

On the first day of December in Dalton, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dalton?

In Dalton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dalton?

January, 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 Dalton?

In Dalton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dalton, WI

Average temperature in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dalton, WI

Average pressure in December - Dalton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Dalton, WI

Average wind speed in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dalton, WI

Average humidity in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dalton, WI

Average rainfall in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dalton, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dalton, WI

Average snowfall in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.16").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dalton, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dalton, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dalton, WI

Average UV index in December - Dalton, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dalton, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Dalton, WI

Average visibility in December - Dalton, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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