December weather forecast
Medford, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Medford, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and min 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). Medford's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 14.2°F (-9.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Medford, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Medford, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated. In Medford, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.3 days and aggregates up to 37.17" (944mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Medford, Wisconsin, the average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Medford, is 23.9°F (-4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 14.2°F (-9.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Medford, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Medford, in December, snow falls for 18.5 days, with typically accumulated 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Medford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 4:29 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Medford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Medford, WI

Average temperature in December - Medford, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 14.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Medford, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Medford, WI

Average wind speed in December - Medford, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Medford, WI

Average humidity in December - Medford, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Medford, WI

Average rainfall in December - Medford, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

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

Average rainfall days in December
Medford, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Medford, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Medford, WI

Average snowfall in December - Medford, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Medford, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Medford, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Medford, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Medford, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Medford, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Medford, WI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Medford, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Medford, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Medford, WI

Average visibility in December - Medford, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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