December weather forecast
Chief Lake, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chief Lake, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 36.7°F (2.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.4°F (-4.8°C). The month of December records an average low-temperature of 12.6°F (-10.8°C) in Chief Lake.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Chief Lake, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.4 rainfall days, and 20.79" (528mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Chief Lake is December, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chief Lake, Wisconsin. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Chief Lake in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chief Lake, Wisconsin, during December are 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and 12.6°F (-10.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Chief Lake?

In Chief Lake, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in Chief Lake in December?

In Chief Lake, in December, during 4 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Chief Lake?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Chief Lake, Wisconsin. Snow falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Chief Lake?

In Chief Lake, in December, snow falls for 16.6 days, with typically accumulated 7.17" (182mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chief Lake?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chief Lake have in December?

The average day length in December in Chief Lake is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chief Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:30 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Chief Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chief Lake?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Chief Lake?

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

Average temperature in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°F).

Average pressure in December
Chief Lake, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average wind speed in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average humidity in December - Chief Lake, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average rainfall in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average snowfall in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chief Lake, 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 2min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average UV index in December - Chief Lake, 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
Chief Lake, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Chief Lake, WI

Average visibility in December - Chief Lake, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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