December weather forecast
Mineral Point, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Mineral Point, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 42.8°F (6°C) to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). In Mineral Point, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a still subzero cold 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Mineral Point is 84%.

Rainfall

In Mineral Point, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Mineral Point, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 30.16" (766mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mineral Point. In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 4.96" (126mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.7 snowfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mineral Point in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mineral Point, is 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mineral Point?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mineral Point is 84%.

How much does it rain in Mineral Point in December?

In Mineral Point, Wisconsin, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mineral Point in December?

In Mineral Point, Wisconsin, in December, snow falls for 12.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.96" (126mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mineral Point?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mineral Point.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mineral Point?

The average day length in December in Mineral Point is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mineral Point?

On the first day of December in Mineral Point, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mineral Point?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mineral Point, Wisconsin, is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mineral Point?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mineral Point?

In Mineral Point, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average temperature in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Mineral Point, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average wind speed in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average humidity in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average rainfall in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average snowfall in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.96"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average UV index in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Mineral Point, WI

Average visibility in December - Mineral Point, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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