December weather forecast
Wauwatosa, WI

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Weather in December

In December, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin transitions into a full-blown winter wonderland, with lower temperatures and snowfall becoming the norm. Compared to November, daylight hours reduce even further, making way for longer evenings that carry a quintessential winter charm. With average high temperatures dropping to 32.2°F (0.1°C), the city experiences a cold, clear climate that is typical of the season. The progression towards January doesn't bring any drastic changes in the weather patterns, considering the already dominant winter conditions. However, wind speeds usually reach up to 10.7mph (17.2km/h), adding an extra chill to the freezing temperatures.

Temperature

In Wauwatosa, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C). Nighttime temperatures in Wauwatosa record an average of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Wauwatosa is 81%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Wauwatosa when the rain falls for 3.5 days and typically aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Wauwatosa. In December, in Wauwatosa, it is snowing for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wauwatosa, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.6 days and aggregates up to 3.43" (87mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wauwatosa, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of December, in Wauwatosa, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Wauwatosa?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Wauwatosa, is 32.2°F (0.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wauwatosa?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Wauwatosa?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 3.5 days and accumulates 0.28" (7mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Wauwatosa in December?

In Wauwatosa, in December, during 3.5 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wauwatosa?

In Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, in December, during 5.8 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wauwatosa?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wauwatosa?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:18 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wauwatosa, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wauwatosa have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wauwatosa?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wauwatosa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average temperature in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Wauwatosa, WI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average wind speed in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average humidity in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average rainfall in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average snowfall in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wauwatosa, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wauwatosa, WI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Wauwatosa, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Wauwatosa, WI

Average visibility in December - Wauwatosa, 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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