December weather forecast
Colgate, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colgate, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.8°F (-5.1°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature in Colgate during December stays at 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Colgate is 83%.

Rainfall

In Colgate, Wisconsin, in December, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Colgate, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colgate are January through April, October through December. In Colgate, in December, during 10.9 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 15.35" (390mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Colgate, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Colgate. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Colgate?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Colgate?

The average relative humidity in December in Colgate is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Colgate?

In December, in Colgate, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Colgate in December?

In December, in Colgate, it is snowing for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colgate?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Colgate, Wisconsin.

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

The average day length in December in Colgate, Wisconsin, is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Colgate?

On the first day of December in Colgate, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Colgate?

The average sunshine duration in December in Colgate is 4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Colgate?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Colgate, WI

Average temperature in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Colgate, WI

Average pressure in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colgate, WI

Average wind speed in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Colgate, WI

Average humidity in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Colgate, WI

Average rainfall in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Colgate, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colgate, WI

Average snowfall in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colgate, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colgate, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Colgate, WI

Average UV index in December - Colgate, 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
Colgate, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Colgate, WI

Average visibility in December - Colgate, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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