December weather forecast
Kiel, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kiel, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.9°F (-6.7°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Throughout December, Kiel experiences a low-temperature average of 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Kiel, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.7 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Kiel, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Kiel, 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 19.9°F (-6.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kiel, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kiel, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Kiel have in December?

In Kiel, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:24 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kiel have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
Kiel, WI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Kiel, WI

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Kiel, WI

Average wind speed in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kiel, WI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Kiel, WI

Average rainfall in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Kiel, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kiel, WI

Average snowfall in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kiel, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
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: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kiel, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Kiel, WI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Kiel, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Kiel, WI

Average visibility in December - Kiel, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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