December weather forecast
Beloit, WI

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Weather in December

December announces the onset of winter, with crisp cold air, dimmer days, and the year-end holiday spirit enveloping Beloit. The weather shifts drastically from the vibrant hues of fall to the serene whites of winter. It is a time when the heart of winter emerges, witnessing the lowest average temperatures of the year, which drop to 32.4°F (0.2°C). Snowfall makes its comeback as winter fully sets in, adding to the festive spirit. Christmas becomes a charming spectacle, with the city covered in a white blanket of snow and twinkling holiday lights adorning houses, making December a truly enchanting time in Beloit.

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Beloit, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Beloit, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Beloit, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Beloit, is 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.7°F (-5.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Beloit, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Beloit, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Beloit, WI

Average pressure in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Beloit, WI

Average wind speed in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Beloit, WI

Average humidity in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Beloit, WI

Average rainfall in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Beloit, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beloit, WI

Average snowfall in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Beloit, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Beloit, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Beloit, WI

Average UV index in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Beloit, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Beloit, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Beloit, WI

Average visibility in December - Beloit, 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).

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