December weather forecast
Chetek, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Chetek, Wisconsin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 13.1°F (-10.5°C) and 23.5°F (-4.7°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a considerable reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a cold 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.5°F (-4.7°C). An average low-temperature of 13.1°F (-10.5°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

In Chetek, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Chetek, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.1 rainfall days, and 24.72" (628mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Chetek, in December, during 17 snowfall days, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 84.2 snowfall days, and 30.63" (778mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
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 7:45 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Chetek, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

January, February 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 23.5°F (-4.7°C) and the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Chetek, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Chetek, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Chetek, in December, during 17 snowfall days, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

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 7:45 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Chetek, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Chetek, WI

Average temperature in December - Chetek, 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: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Chetek, WI

Average pressure in December - Chetek, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chetek, WI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Chetek, WI

Average humidity in December - Chetek, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Chetek, WI

Average rainfall in December - Chetek, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Chetek, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Chetek, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chetek, WI

Average snowfall in December - Chetek, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chetek, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Chetek, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chetek, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chetek, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Chetek, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Chetek, WI

Average UV index in December - Chetek, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Chetek, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Chetek, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Chetek, WI

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

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

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