December weather forecast
Richland Center, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richland Center, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and an average high of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

During Richland Center's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Throughout December nights, Richland Center experiences a consistent temperature average of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In Richland Center, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Richland Center, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Richland Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated. In Richland Center, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.1 days and aggregates up to 23.43" (595mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richland Center.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, in Richland Center, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Richland Center, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Richland Center, Wisconsin. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Richland Center?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Richland Center, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richland Center?

In December, the average relative humidity in Richland Center, Wisconsin, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richland Center?

In Richland Center, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Richland Center?

In Richland Center, during December, snow falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richland Center?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Richland Center?

In December, the average day length in Richland Center is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richland Center?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Richland Center?

In Richland Center, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richland Center?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Richland Center?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Richland Center is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richland Center, WI

Average temperature in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Richland Center, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Richland Center, WI

Average wind speed in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Richland Center, WI

Average humidity in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Richland Center, WI

Average rainfall in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Richland Center, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richland Center, WI

Average snowfall in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richland Center, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richland Center, WI

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richland Center, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Richland Center, WI

Average UV index in December - Richland Center, 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
Richland Center, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Richland Center, WI

Average visibility in December - Richland Center, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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