December weather forecast
Detroit, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Detroit, Illinois, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 39°F (3.9°C).

Temperature

Detroit observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 39°F (3.9°C). Detroit experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Detroit, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Detroit, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.8 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Detroit, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 5.67" (144mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Detroit, in December, the average high-temperature is 39°F (3.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Detroit, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Detroit, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Detroit have in December?

In Detroit, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Detroit, IL

Average temperature in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Detroit, IL

Average pressure in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Detroit, IL

Average wind speed in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Detroit, IL

Average humidity in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Detroit, IL

Average rainfall in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Detroit, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Detroit, IL

Average snowfall in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Detroit, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Detroit, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Detroit, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Detroit, IL

Average UV index in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Detroit, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Detroit, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Detroit, IL

Average visibility in December - Detroit, IL
  • 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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