December weather forecast
Applegate, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Applegate, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C). During the month of December, Applegate identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Applegate. In Applegate, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 13.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) of snow. In Applegate, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.1 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Applegate, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Applegate, Michigan, is 3.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Applegate. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Applegate in December?

In Applegate, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Applegate?

In Applegate, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month in Applegate?

The month with the least rainfall in Applegate is December, when the rain falls for 9.6 days and typically collects 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Applegate?

In December, in Applegate, Michigan, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Applegate in December?

In December, in Applegate, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Applegate?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

In Applegate, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Applegate?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Applegate, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Applegate have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Applegate is 3.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Applegate?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Applegate, MI

Average temperature in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Applegate, MI

Average pressure in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Applegate, MI

Average wind speed in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Applegate, MI

Average humidity in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, October and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Applegate, MI

Average rainfall in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Applegate, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Applegate, MI

Average snowfall in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Applegate, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Applegate, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Applegate, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Applegate, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Applegate, MI

Average visibility in December - Applegate, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).

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