December weather forecast
Basswood, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Basswood, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and max 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Basswood observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In Basswood, an average nighttime temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Basswood, Wisconsin, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Basswood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Basswood, Wisconsin, are January through April, October through December. In Basswood, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow. In Basswood, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.1 days and aggregates up to 23.43" (595mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Basswood?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Basswood, Wisconsin, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Basswood, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Basswood?

In Basswood, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°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 (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Basswood, WI

Average pressure in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Basswood, WI

Average wind speed in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Basswood, WI

Average humidity in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

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

Average rainfall in December
Basswood, WI

Average rainfall in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Basswood, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Basswood, WI

Average snowfall in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Basswood, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Basswood, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Basswood, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Basswood, WI

Average UV index in December - Basswood, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Basswood, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Basswood, WI

Average visibility in December - Basswood, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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