December weather forecast
Ripon, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ripon, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is witnessed in Ripon throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ripon, in December, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ripon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 26.85" (682mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ripon, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.09" (104mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.9 snowfall days, and 20.87" (530mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ripon.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ripon?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and a low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ripon, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ripon?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ripon have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ripon?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ripon is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ripon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ripon, WI

Average temperature in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Ripon, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ripon, WI

Average wind speed in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ripon, WI

Average humidity in December - Ripon, 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 (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ripon, WI

Average rainfall in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Ripon, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ripon, WI

Average snowfall in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ripon, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ripon, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ripon, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Ripon, WI

Average UV index in December - Ripon, 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
Ripon, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Ripon, WI

Average visibility in December - Ripon, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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