December weather forecast
Old Fort, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Old Fort, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 25.3°F (-3.7°C) and an average low of 18°F (-7.8°C).

Temperature

Old Fort's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C). Old Fort maintains an average of approximately a still subzero cold 18°F (-7.8°C) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127.9 rainfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Old Fort, in December, during 20.4 snowfall days, 6.81" (173mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.5 snowfall days, and 33.54" (852mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

January, 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Old Fort, is 25.3°F (-3.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 18°F (-7.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Old Fort, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Old Fort, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 20.4 days. Throughout December, 6.81" (173mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Old Fort, the average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Old Fort?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Old Fort have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Old Fort, WI

Average temperature in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 25.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Old Fort, WI

Average pressure in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Old Fort, WI

Average wind speed in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Old Fort, WI

Average humidity in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Old Fort, WI

Average rainfall in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Old Fort, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Old Fort, WI

Average snowfall in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Old Fort, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Old Fort, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Old Fort, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Old Fort, WI

Average UV index in December - Old Fort, 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
Old Fort, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Old Fort, WI

Average visibility in December - Old Fort, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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