December weather forecast
Potosi, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Potosi, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average low of 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The temperature in Potosi lowers to an average of 20.8°F (-6.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Potosi, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 24.88" (632mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Potosi. In December, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.2 snowfall days, and 16.14" (410mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Potosi, records 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature is 20.8°F (-6.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Potosi, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Potosi, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Potosi have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Potosi?

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Potosi, WI

Average temperature in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 20.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in December
Potosi, WI

Average pressure in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Potosi, WI

Average wind speed in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Potosi, WI

Average humidity in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Potosi, WI

Average rainfall in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.5").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Potosi, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Potosi, WI

Average snowfall in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Potosi, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Potosi, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Potosi, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Potosi, WI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Potosi, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Potosi, WI

Average visibility in December - Potosi, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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