December weather forecast
Big Rapids, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Big Rapids, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Big Rapids's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

In Big Rapids, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Big Rapids, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout December, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 87.9 snowfall days, and 32.56" (827mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Big Rapids, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Big Rapids, in December, snow falls for 18.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Big Rapids, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Rapids have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Big Rapids?

January, February, November 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average temperature in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average pressure in December - Big Rapids, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average wind speed in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average humidity in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Rapids, 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: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average UV index in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Big Rapids, MI

Average visibility in December - Big Rapids, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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