December weather forecast
Island Lake, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Island Lake, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) and an average high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C) to a freezing cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 13.8°F (-10.1°C) is observed in Island Lake during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Island Lake, during December, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 26.26" (667mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Island Lake. In Island Lake, during December, snow falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow. In Island Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 84 days and aggregates up to 33.46" (850mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Island Lake, Wisconsin, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 13.8°F (-10.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Island Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 6.5" (165mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Island Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Island Lake?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

What is the month 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Island Lake, WI

Average temperature in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Island Lake, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Island Lake, WI

Average wind speed in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Island Lake, WI

Average humidity in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Island Lake, WI

Average rainfall in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Island Lake, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Island Lake, WI

Average snowfall in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Island Lake, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Island Lake, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Island Lake, WI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Island Lake, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Island Lake, WI

Average visibility in December - Island Lake, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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