December weather forecast
Cochrane, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cochrane, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27°F (-2.8°C) and min 15.8°F (-9°C).

Temperature

With the transition into December, Cochrane experiences a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, moving down from an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C). Cochrane cools down to an average low-temperature of 15.8°F (-9°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Cochrane, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.9 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Cochrane, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cochrane, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.6 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Cochrane, 27°F (-2.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.8°F (-9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cochrane, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cochrane, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cochrane, during December, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cochrane?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Cochrane have in December?

In Cochrane, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cochrane have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cochrane?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's 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
Cochrane, WI

Average temperature in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 27°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 (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Cochrane, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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