December weather forecast
Glidden, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Glidden, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average high of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average low of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a cold 36°F (2.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C). Glidden records an average low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Glidden, Wisconsin, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Glidden, in December, during 4.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Glidden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Glidden is December, when snow falls for 19.5 days and typically aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Glidden experiences an average high-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and a low-temperature of 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Glidden, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glidden, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.5 days and accumulates 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Glidden, Wisconsin, in December, during 19.5 snowfall days, 7.56" (192mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Glidden have in December?

In Glidden, the average day length in December is 8h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Glidden, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Glidden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Glidden, WI

Average temperature in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Glidden, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Glidden, WI

Average wind speed in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and November (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Glidden, WI

Average humidity in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Glidden, WI

Average rainfall in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Glidden, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glidden, WI

Average snowfall in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.56").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glidden, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glidden, 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: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glidden, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Glidden, WI

Average UV index in December - Glidden, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Glidden, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Glidden, WI

Average visibility in December - Glidden, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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