December weather forecast
Elkhart Lake, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elkhart Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Elkhart Lake's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Elkhart Lake, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Elkhart Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146 days and collects up to 29.17" (741mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elkhart Lake, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 20.16" (512mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Elkhart Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elkhart Lake, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

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

The month with the shortest days in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elkhart Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate 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
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average temperature in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°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 (13.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average pressure in December - Elkhart Lake, 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
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average wind speed in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average humidity in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average rainfall in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average snowfall in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average UV index in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Elkhart Lake, WI

Average visibility in December - Elkhart Lake, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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