December weather forecast
Townsend, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Townsend, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Townsend's nighttime temperatures in December display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a still subzero cold 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Townsend, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Townsend, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.9 days and collects up to 21.34" (542mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 11.8 days and accumulates 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

In Townsend, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Townsend, 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 18.5°F (-7.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Townsend, Wisconsin, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 11.8 days and typically aggregates up to 6.06" (154mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Townsend have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Townsend, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:21 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Townsend?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Townsend?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Townsend is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
Townsend, WI

Average temperature in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Townsend, WI

Average pressure in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Townsend, WI

Average wind speed in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Townsend, WI

Average humidity in December - Townsend, 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 May (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Townsend, WI

Average rainfall in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.6").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Townsend, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Townsend, WI

Average snowfall in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Townsend, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Townsend, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and December (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Townsend, WI

Average UV index in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Townsend, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Townsend, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Townsend, WI

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

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

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