December weather forecast
Breckenridge, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Breckenridge, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Breckenridge experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). December introduces a small decrease to a nighttime average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Breckenridge, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Breckenridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.5 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Breckenridge, during December, snow falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.13" (105mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Breckenridge, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 4.13" (105mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 December, the average day length is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Breckenridge is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average temperature in December - Breckenridge, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average pressure in December - Breckenridge, 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
Breckenridge, MI

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average humidity in December - Breckenridge, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Breckenridge, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Breckenridge, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average snowfall in December - Breckenridge, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Breckenridge, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Breckenridge, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Breckenridge, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Breckenridge, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Breckenridge, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Breckenridge, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Breckenridge, MI

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

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

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