December weather forecast
Colfax, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Colfax, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and max 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

A clear reduction in the average high-temperature is witnessed with the onset of December, reducing from a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C). Colfax's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Colfax, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.8 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Colfax, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow. In Colfax, during the entire year, snow falls for 69.7 days and aggregates up to 27.01" (686mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colfax.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Colfax, Wisconsin, is 3.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Colfax in December?

In Colfax, in December, the average high-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colfax?

In December, the average relative humidity in Colfax, Wisconsin, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Colfax?

In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Colfax in December?

In December, in Colfax, Wisconsin, it is snowing for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colfax?

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

How many hours of daylight does Colfax have in December?

The average day length in December in Colfax is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Colfax?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Colfax, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Colfax, Wisconsin, is 3.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Colfax?

In Colfax, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Colfax, WI

Average temperature in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Colfax, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colfax, WI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Colfax, WI

Average humidity in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Colfax, WI

Average rainfall in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Colfax, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colfax, WI

Average snowfall in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colfax, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colfax, 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: 3h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Colfax, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Colfax, WI

Average UV index in December - Colfax, 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
Colfax, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Colfax, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Colfax, WI

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

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