December weather forecastRidgeway, WI

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ridgeway, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a still freezing cold 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Ridgeway, Wisconsin, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ridgeway, there are 128 rainfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ridgeway, Wisconsin, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ridgeway, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.2 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeway.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Ridgeway, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Ridgeway, 30°F (-1.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.8°F (-6.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

In Ridgeway, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ridgeway, Wisconsin, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Ridgeway, Wisconsin, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

On the first day of December in Ridgeway, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

In Ridgeway, Wisconsin, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ridgeway is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average high temperature in December: 30°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 (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ridgeway, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average snowfall in December: 2.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min

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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ridgeway, WI

  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Ridgeway, 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).