December weather forecast
Whitefish Bay, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whitefish Bay, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°F (0.5°C) and min 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). Throughout December, a modest shift from daytime highs is anticipated in Whitefish Bay, with an average low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In Whitefish Bay, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Whitefish Bay, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 42.5 snowfall days, and 8.23" (209mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Whitefish Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 40.1°F (4.5°C).
Note: Regarding swimming, this is extremely cold, hazardous, and can lead to death. Hypothermia sets in rapidly without the protection of insulating waterproof gear.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Whitefish Bay during December is 32.9°F (0.5°C) and the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Whitefish Bay. Rain falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Whitefish Bay, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December?

In Whitefish Bay, the average seawater temperature in December is 40.1°F (4.5°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Whitefish Bay have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:26 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitefish Bay have in December?

In Whitefish Bay, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average temperature in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average pressure in December - Whitefish Bay, 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
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average wind speed in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average humidity in December - Whitefish Bay, 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
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average rainfall in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, June and July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average snowfall in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average sea temperature in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 40.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (71.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (36°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitefish Bay, 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: 4h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average UV index in December - Whitefish Bay, 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
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Whitefish Bay, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Whitefish Bay, WI

Average visibility in December - Whitefish Bay, 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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