December weather forecastManitowish, WI

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Manitowish, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 36°F (2.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C). The average low-temperature during December nights is a still freezing cold 14.4°F (-9.8°C).

Humidity

In Manitowish, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Manitowish, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Manitowish, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 23.5 days and typically aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

UV index

January through March, 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.7°F (-4.6°C) and 14.4°F (-9.8°C) respectively.

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

In Manitowish, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 23.5 days and typically aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

In Manitowish, in December, snow falls for 23.5 days, with typically accumulated 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Manitowish, the average day length in December is 8h and 42min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:24 pm CST.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Manitowish is 2.2h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 23.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7°F).

Average pressure in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average snowfall in December: 10.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (10.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average snowfall days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (25.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Manitowish, WI

  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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