December weather forecast
Germantown, WI

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Germantown's nocturnal average in December closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Germantown, the rain falls for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Germantown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 25.28" (642mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Germantown, during December, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow. 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 December, 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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Germantown, is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Germantown?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Germantown, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Germantown, during December, snow falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, 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 many hours of sunshine does Germantown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, November 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index in Germantown is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Germantown, WI

Average temperature in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average pressure in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average wind speed in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average humidity in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average rainfall in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average snowfall in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average UV index in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, WI

Average visibility in December - Germantown, 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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