December weather forecastStevens Point, WI
December
Weather in December
December officially ushers in winter in Stevens Point. It inherently invokes the charm of the festive season and the onset of snowfall. It records the second-highest snowfall of 5.2" (132mm), building up to the winter landscape of the city. The temperatures drop considerably, reintroducing the city to the harsh winter once again. Awaiting the next cycle, the city resonates with winter merriment and a readiness to embrace the challenges of the coming year.Temperature
As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a cold 39.2°F (4°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). December nights in Stevens Point experience a consistent temperature drop to 16.5°F (-8.6°C).Humidity
In Stevens Point, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Stevens Point, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stevens Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 23.54" (598mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Stevens Point. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, 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.
Sunshine
In Stevens Point, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average pressure in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average humidity in December
Stevens Point, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Stevens Point, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Stevens Point, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stevens Point, WI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 54min
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 6min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average UV index in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Stevens Point, 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).
Average visibility in December
Stevens Point, 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).
