December weather forecast
Lowell, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lowell, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 19.6°F (-6.9°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 19.6°F (-6.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112 rainfall days, and 12.64" (321mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lowell, in December, during 10.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.7 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and 19.6°F (-6.9°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Lowell is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lowell, during December, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lowell?

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?

In Lowell, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lowell have in December?

In Lowell, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December
Lowell, WI

Average temperature in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°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 (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lowell, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lowell, WI

Average wind speed in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lowell, WI

Average humidity in December - Lowell, 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 (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Lowell, WI

Average rainfall in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Lowell, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lowell, WI

Average snowfall in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lowell, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lowell, WI

Average UV index in December - Lowell, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lowell, WI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Lowell, WI

Average visibility in December - Lowell, 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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