December weather forecast
Canton, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Canton, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 12.9°F (-10.6°C) and max 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 12.9°F (-10.6°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Canton, Wisconsin, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.9 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Canton. In Canton, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Canton, there are 83.1 snowfall days, and 28.98" (736mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Canton is 2.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Canton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Canton during December are 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and 12.9°F (-10.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Canton?

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

How much does it rain in Canton in December?

In Canton, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Canton?

In Canton, Wisconsin, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Canton, Wisconsin, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Canton?

In Canton, the average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Canton?

On the first day of December in Canton, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Canton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Canton is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Canton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Canton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Canton, WI

Average temperature in December - Canton, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.5°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 (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in December
Canton, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Canton, WI

Average wind speed in December - Canton, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Canton, WI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Canton, WI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Canton, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Canton, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Canton, WI

Average snowfall in December - Canton, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Canton, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Canton, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canton, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Canton, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Canton, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Canton, WI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Canton, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Canton, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Canton, WI

Average visibility in December - Canton, 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 and December (4mi).

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