December weather forecast
Butternut, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Butternut, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

Butternut's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's icy 36°F (2.2°C) to a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Butternut, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Butternut, Wisconsin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Butternut, the average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value 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 maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and the low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Butternut, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Butternut, in December, it is raining for 4.4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.5 days and accumulates 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Butternut?

In Butternut, in December, snow falls for 19.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Butternut, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Butternut have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Butternut is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, November 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 minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Butternut, WI

Average temperature in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Butternut, WI

Average pressure in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Butternut, WI

Average wind speed in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and November (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Butternut, WI

Average humidity in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Butternut, WI

Average rainfall in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Butternut, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Butternut, WI

Average snowfall in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Butternut, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Butternut, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Butternut, WI

Average UV index in December - Butternut, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Butternut, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Butternut, WI

Average visibility in December - Butternut, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (4mi).

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