December weather forecast
Florence, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Florence, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 17.2°F (-8.2°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) to a freezing cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Florence, during December nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at a still subzero cold 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Florence, there are 125.7 rainfall days, and 21.06" (535mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Florence, Wisconsin, in December, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow. In Florence, during the entire year, snow falls for 86 days and aggregates up to 38.27" (972mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Florence in December has an average high-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 17.2°F (-8.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Florence, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Florence, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Florence, in December, snow falls for 15 days, with typically accumulated 7.48" (190mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Florence have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:18 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Florence have in December?

In Florence, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Florence, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Florence, WI

Average temperature in December - Florence, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.1°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 (20.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 17.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Florence, WI

Average pressure in December - Florence, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Florence, WI

Average wind speed in December - Florence, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Florence, WI

Average humidity in December - Florence, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Florence, WI

Average rainfall in December - Florence, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Florence, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Florence, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Florence, WI

Average snowfall in December - Florence, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Florence, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Florence, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Florence, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Florence, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Florence, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Florence, WI

Average UV index in December - Florence, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Florence, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Florence, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Florence, WI

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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