December weather forecast
Sauk City, WI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Sauk City, Wisconsin, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.4°F (-7°C) and max 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Sauk City registers a consistent average low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sauk City, in December, it is raining for 4.8 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sauk City, Wisconsin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 16.02" (407mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sauk City, Wisconsin, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. In Sauk City, Wisconsin, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 11.69" (297mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sauk City is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Sauk City experiences an average high-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 19.4°F (-7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sauk City, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sauk City, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sauk City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.4°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 (10.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Sauk City, WI

Average pressure in December - Sauk City, 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
Sauk City, WI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sauk City, WI

Average humidity in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

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

Average rainfall in December
Sauk City, WI

Average rainfall in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Sauk City, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Sauk City, 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 (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sauk City, WI

Average snowfall in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sauk City, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sauk City, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sauk City, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sauk City, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Sauk City, WI

Average UV index in December - Sauk City, 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
Sauk City, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Sauk City, WI

Average visibility in December - Sauk City, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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