December weather forecast
Phillips, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Phillips, Wisconsin, with an average temperature varying between 13.5°F (-10.3°C) and 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

As Phillips enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C) of November to a freezing cold 23°F (-5°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Phillips, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.3 days and collects up to 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Phillips, during December, snow falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.17" (182mm) of snow. In Phillips, during the entire year, snow falls for 108 days and aggregates up to 42.76" (1086mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 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 Phillips, is 23°F (-5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 13.5°F (-10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Phillips, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Phillips in December?

In December, in Phillips, it is snowing for 20.9 days. Throughout December, 7.17" (182mm) 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 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Phillips have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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 Phillips, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat 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
Phillips, WI

Average temperature in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23°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 (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Phillips, WI

Average pressure in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"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
Phillips, WI

Average wind speed in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, April and November (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Phillips, WI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Phillips, WI

Average rainfall in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Phillips, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Phillips, WI

Average snowfall in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Phillips, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Phillips, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Phillips, WI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Phillips, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Phillips, WI

Average visibility in December - Phillips, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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