December weather forecast
Milwaukee, WI

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Weather in December

The arrival of December brings winter back in full swing in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Residents of the city wrap themselves in winter garbs, preparing for the snowy days ahead. The temperatures drop significantly, generating a wintertime aura throughout the city. The festive season intertwined with the frosty weather creates a unique blend of cheeriness and chill. As the year draws to an end, Milwaukee remains wrapped in winter's folds, bidding adieu until the weather cycle restarts.

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). In Milwaukee, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of December, with an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In Milwaukee, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, are February and December Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Milwaukee, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Milwaukee, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Milwaukee, the average seawater temperature in December is 40.1°F (4.5°C).
Note: In the sport of swimming, this scenario is extremely cold, treacherous, and fatal. If not protected by insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia ensues quickly.

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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:26 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Milwaukee in December?

The high-temperature during December is 32.2°F (0.1°C) and the low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Milwaukee?

In December, the average relative humidity in Milwaukee is 81%.

What is the driest month in Milwaukee?

The months with the least rainfall in Milwaukee are February and December Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Milwaukee?

In December, the rain falls for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the average seawater temperature in December is 40.1°F (4.5°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the month with the shortest days in Milwaukee?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Milwaukee?

On the first day of December in Milwaukee, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Milwaukee?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Milwaukee?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Milwaukee?

In Milwaukee, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average temperature in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average pressure in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average wind speed in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average humidity in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average sea temperature in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 40.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (71.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average UV index in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Milwaukee, WI

Average visibility in December - Milwaukee, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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