December weather forecast
Pleasant Prairie, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and max 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to an icy 33.8°F (1°C). Pleasant Prairie notes an average temperature descent to a subzero cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pleasant Prairie, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.4 snowfall days, and 14.33" (364mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pleasant Prairie, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Pleasant Prairie in December?

During December, Pleasant Prairie experiences an average high-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pleasant Prairie, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pleasant Prairie, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pleasant Prairie, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pleasant Prairie have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pleasant Prairie have in December?

In Pleasant Prairie, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average temperature in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average wind speed in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average humidity in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average rainfall in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average snowfall in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pleasant Prairie, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average UV index in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Pleasant Prairie, WI

Average visibility in December - Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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