December weather forecastWest Bend, WI
December
Weather in December
Winter regains its full strength in December, characterized by the second-lowest average temperatures of the year, between 21.4°F (-5.9°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C). Snowfall sees a considerable rise, reaching 2.87" (73mm), a regular feature of wintry Decembers in West Bend. The daylight hours decrease to their lowest level in the year, further fueling the cold, wintery ambience. High humidity levels coupled with steady winds and more cloud cover bring the year to a chilly close.Temperature
With the onset of December, West Bend experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C). West Bend cools down to an average low-temperature of 21.4°F (-5.9°C) throughout the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in West Bend is 84%.Rainfall
February and December are months with the least rain in West Bend when the rain falls for 4.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Bend, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In West Bend, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in West Bend, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in West Bend, Wisconsin, is 3.9h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Bend. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Bend, WI
- Average high temperature in December: 30.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°F).
Average pressure in December
West Bend, 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 (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
West Bend, WI
- Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).
Average humidity in December
West Bend, WI
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in December
West Bend, WI
- Average rainfall in December: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
West Bend, WI
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Bend, WI
- Average snowfall in December: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Bend, WI
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Bend, WI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Bend, WI
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
West Bend, 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
West Bend, WI
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
West Bend, 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).
