December weather forecast
Waukesha, WI

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Weather in December

The city of Waukesha welcomes the full force of winter in December. As temperatures dip to their lowest, the town braces itself for the cold. With snowfall measuring to 0.79" (20mm) scattered over almost 9 days, the city witnesses a quintessential white December. The short daylight hours and the overcast sky contribute to the cold, wintry setting. The frequent winds of December, cold and sharp, bring forth the annual chill of Wisconsin's winters.

Temperature

Waukesha in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In the month of December, the average temperature in Waukesha dips to a still freezing cold 22.3°F (-5.4°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Waukesha when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Waukesha, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Waukesha, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.1 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
On the first day of December in Waukesha, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Waukesha, Wisconsin, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Waukesha, Wisconsin. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Waukesha in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Waukesha, is 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Waukesha?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the driest month in Waukesha?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Waukesha?

In Waukesha, Wisconsin, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Waukesha?

In Waukesha, during December, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Waukesha?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Waukesha.

What is the average length of the day in December in Waukesha?

In December, the average day length in Waukesha is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Waukesha?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:28 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Waukesha?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Waukesha?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Waukesha?

In Waukesha, Wisconsin, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Waukesha, WI

Average temperature in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.8°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 (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14°F).

Average pressure in December
Waukesha, WI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waukesha, WI

Average wind speed in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Waukesha, WI

Average humidity in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Waukesha, WI

Average rainfall in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.73").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Waukesha, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waukesha, WI

Average snowfall in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waukesha, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waukesha, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Waukesha, WI

Average UV index in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Waukesha, WI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Waukesha, WI

Average visibility in December - Waukesha, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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