December weather forecast
Cottage Grove, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.5°F (-6.4°C) and an average high of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Cottage Grove's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Cottage Grove's average low-temperature in December is measured at a still subzero cold 20.5°F (-6.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Cottage Grove is 84%.

Rainfall

In Cottage Grove, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Cottage Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.9 days and collects up to 26.34" (669mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cottage Grove, during the entire year, snow falls for 45 days and aggregates up to 18.19" (462mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cottage Grove?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, are 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 20.5°F (-6.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cottage Grove?

In December, in Cottage Grove, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cottage Grove?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Cottage Grove?

In Cottage Grove, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cottage Grove?

On the first day of December in Cottage Grove, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cottage Grove?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cottage Grove is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cottage Grove?

January, 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 in Cottage Grove?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average temperature in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average pressure in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average wind speed in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average humidity in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average rainfall in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average snowfall in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h 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: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average UV index in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Cottage Grove, WI

Average visibility in December - Cottage Grove, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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