December weather forecast
Prairie du Sac, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 19.4°F (-7°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Prairie du Sac observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Throughout December, Prairie du Sac records an average temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) at night.

Humidity

In Prairie du Sac, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Prairie du Sac, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prairie du Sac, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 16.02" (407mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 50.5 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Prairie du Sac, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prairie du Sac are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. 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 Prairie du Sac in December?

In Prairie du Sac, 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.4°F (-7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Prairie du Sac?

In Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Prairie du Sac?

In Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Prairie du Sac?

In December, in Prairie du Sac, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prairie du Sac?

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

How many hours of daylight does Prairie du Sac have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Prairie du Sac?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prairie du Sac have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin, is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Prairie du Sac?

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prairie du Sac?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average temperature in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°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
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average pressure in December - Prairie du Sac, 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
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average wind speed in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average humidity in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average rainfall in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average snowfall in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average UV index in December - Prairie du Sac, 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
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Prairie du Sac, WI

Average visibility in December - Prairie du Sac, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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