December weather forecast
Gotham, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Gotham, Wisconsin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Gotham, in December, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gotham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.9 days and collects up to 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gotham, there are 51.6 snowfall days, and 12.17" (309mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Gotham, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gotham, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gotham have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gotham have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Gotham, WI

Average temperature in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).

Average pressure in December
Gotham, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gotham, WI

Average wind speed in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gotham, WI

Average humidity in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gotham, WI

Average rainfall in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Gotham, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gotham, WI

Average snowfall in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gotham, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gotham, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gotham, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Gotham, WI

Average UV index in December - Gotham, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gotham, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Gotham, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Gotham, WI

Average visibility in December - Gotham, 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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