December weather forecast
West Milwaukee, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Milwaukee, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). December nights experience a minor temperature downturn to a freezing cold 23.7°F (-4.6°C).

Humidity

In West Milwaukee, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Milwaukee, in December, snow falls for 8.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43.6 snowfall days, and 11.22" (285mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 23.7°F (-4.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in West Milwaukee?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain in West Milwaukee when the rain falls for 5.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Milwaukee, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in West Milwaukee, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:27 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Milwaukee have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In West Milwaukee, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat 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
West Milwaukee, WI

Average temperature in December - West Milwaukee, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average pressure in December - West Milwaukee, 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
West Milwaukee, WI

Average wind speed in December - West Milwaukee, 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
West Milwaukee, WI

Average humidity in December - West Milwaukee, 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
West Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall in December - West Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average rainfall days in December - West Milwaukee, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall in December - West Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average snowfall days in December - West Milwaukee, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Milwaukee, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average sunshine days in December - West Milwaukee, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average UV index in December - West Milwaukee, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average cloud cover in December - West Milwaukee, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

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

Average visibility in December
West Milwaukee, WI

Average visibility in December - West Milwaukee, 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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