December weather forecast
Markesan, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Markesan, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.2°F (-7.1°C) and max 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). In the month of December, the temperature in Markesan generally rests at an average low of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Markesan, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Markesan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.8 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Markesan are January through April, October through December. In Markesan, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Markesan, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.8 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Markesan, Wisconsin, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Markesan, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Markesan, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Markesan?

December temperatures in Markesan vary between a high-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Markesan?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Markesan in December?

In December, in Markesan, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Markesan in December?

In Markesan, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Markesan?

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 Markesan?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Markesan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Markesan, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Markesan?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Markesan?

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 Markesan?

In Markesan, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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
Markesan, WI

Average temperature in December - Markesan, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°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 (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Markesan, WI

Average pressure in December - Markesan, 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
Markesan, WI

Average wind speed in December - Markesan, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Markesan, WI

Average humidity in December - Markesan, 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
Markesan, WI

Average rainfall in December - Markesan, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Markesan, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Markesan, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Markesan, WI

Average snowfall in December - Markesan, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Markesan, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Markesan, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Markesan, 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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Markesan, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Markesan, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Markesan, WI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Markesan, WI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Markesan, WI

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

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

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