December weather forecast
Park Ridge, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Park Ridge, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In Park Ridge, the expected average low-temperature for December is a still subzero cold 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Park Ridge, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Park Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 23.54" (598mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Park Ridge, Wisconsin, are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Park Ridge is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Park Ridge is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Park Ridge?

Park Ridge in December has an average high-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Park Ridge?

In Park Ridge, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Park Ridge in December?

In December, in Park Ridge, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Park Ridge?

The month with the most snowfall in Park Ridge, Wisconsin, is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Park Ridge?

In Park Ridge, during December, snow falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Park Ridge?

December has the shortest days of the year in Park Ridge, Wisconsin, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Park Ridge have in December?

In Park Ridge, the average day length in December is 8h and 54min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Park Ridge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Park Ridge?

In Park Ridge, Wisconsin, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Park Ridge?

The months with the lowest UV index in Park Ridge, Wisconsin, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Park Ridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Park Ridge is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average temperature in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average pressure in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average wind speed in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average humidity in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average rainfall in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average snowfall in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.1 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
Park Ridge, WI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and June (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Park Ridge, WI

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Park Ridge, WI

Average visibility in December - Park Ridge, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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