December weather forecast
Saint Cloud, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Saint Cloud, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and min 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). An average low-temperature of 19.9°F (-6.7°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Saint Cloud, Wisconsin, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Cloud, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.7 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saint Cloud, in December, during 12.9 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 18.94" (481mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January, February, 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Saint Cloud, the average high-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.9°F (-6.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saint Cloud, in December, during 5.7 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:25 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint Cloud have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saint Cloud is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe 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
Saint Cloud, WI

Average temperature in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average pressure in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average wind speed in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average humidity in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average rainfall in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average snowfall in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Cloud, 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: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average UV index in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Saint Cloud, WI

Average visibility in December - Saint Cloud, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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