December weather forecastWisconsin Rapids, WI
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 16.7°F (-8.5°C).Temperature
A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C). An average low-temperature of 16.7°F (-8.5°C) is noted during the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Wisconsin Rapids is 87%.Rainfall
In December, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, the rain falls for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Wisconsin Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119 days and collects up to 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 13.4 days and accumulates 3.27" (83mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 16.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Wisconsin Rapids, 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 (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average rainfall in December: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average snowfall in December: 3.27"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wisconsin Rapids, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Wisconsin Rapids, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Wisconsin Rapids, 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).
