December weather forecast
Alder, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Alder, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

Temperature

In Alder, the average high-temperature in December drops from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In Alder, the month of December brings a consistent average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Alder, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 21 days and typically aggregates up to 9.8" (249mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Alder in December has an average high-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 19.2°F (-7.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Alder?

In Alder, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 21 days and typically aggregates up to 9.8" (249mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Alder in December?

In December, in Alder, it is snowing for 21 days. Throughout December, 9.8" (249mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alder have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Alder, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Alder are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Alder?

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

Average temperature in December - Alder, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Alder, MI

Average pressure in December - Alder, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alder, MI

Average wind speed in December - Alder, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Alder, MI

Average humidity in December - Alder, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Alder, MI

Average rainfall in December - Alder, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Alder, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Alder, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alder, MI

Average snowfall in December - Alder, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alder, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Alder, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alder, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alder, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alder, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Alder, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Alder, MI

Average UV index in December - Alder, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Alder, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Alder, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Alder, MI

Average visibility in December - Alder, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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