December weather forecast
Menasha, WI

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Weather in December

The weather in December encapsulates the essence of winter in Menasha, Wisconsin, with the temperatures plummeting to their lowest levels. A particularly striking statistic is the sharp dive to a freezing low temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) from November’s 30°F (-1.1°C). Snowfall increases significantly, dressing the city in a winter wonderland. The short daylight hours and the high relative humidity reinforce the wintry ambiance. As the year draws to a close, December weather offers the most snowfall and coldest temperatures, paving the way for a fresh start in the milestone month of January.

Temperature

Menasha experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In the month of December, an average of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Menasha, Wisconsin, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131.1 rainfall days, and 24.45" (621mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Menasha, Wisconsin, in December, snow falls for 11.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.33" (110mm) of snow. In Menasha, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 21.97" (558mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Menasha, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Menasha, is 28.2°F (-2.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Menasha, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Menasha, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 4.33" (110mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Menasha have in December?

In Menasha, the average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Menasha are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Menasha, WI

Average temperature in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.2°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 (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Menasha, WI

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Menasha, WI

Average wind speed in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Menasha, WI

Average humidity in December - Menasha, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Menasha, WI

Average rainfall in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Menasha, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Menasha, WI

Average snowfall in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.33"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Menasha, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Menasha, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Menasha, WI

Average UV index in December - Menasha, 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
Menasha, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Menasha, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Menasha, WI

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

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

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