December weather forecast
Portage, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Portage, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19°F (-7.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C) to a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to 19°F (-7.2°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Portage is 84%.

Rainfall

In Portage, Wisconsin, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.9 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Portage. In Portage, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Portage, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 20.28" (515mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Portage is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Portage, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Portage, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Portage?

In Portage, 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 19°F (-7.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Portage?

In December, the average relative humidity in Portage, Wisconsin, is 84%.

How much does it rain in Portage in December?

In Portage, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Portage in December?

In Portage, in December, during 10.2 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Portage?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Portage?

The average day length in December in Portage, Wisconsin, is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Portage?

On the first day of December in Portage, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Portage?

In Portage, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Portage?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Portage?

In Portage, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Portage, WI

Average temperature in December - Portage, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Portage, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Portage, WI

Average wind speed in December - Portage, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Portage, WI

Average humidity in December - Portage, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Portage, WI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Portage, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Portage, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Portage, WI

Average snowfall in December - Portage, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Portage, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Portage, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Portage, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Portage, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Portage, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Portage, WI

Average UV index in December - Portage, 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
Portage, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Portage, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Portage, WI

Average visibility in December - Portage, 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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