December weather forecast
Burton, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Burton, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Nighttime, during December, brings an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), a modest reduction from the day's peak.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Burton, Michigan, are September and December Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Burton, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.3 snowfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Burton, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are September and December Rain falls for 8.4 days and accumulates 1.57" (40mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Burton, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Burton, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burton?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Burton have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Burton, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What is the month with 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 Burton?

In Burton, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Burton, MI

Average temperature in December - Burton, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°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 (27.1°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
Burton, MI

Average pressure in December - Burton, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Burton, MI

Average wind speed in December - Burton, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Burton, MI

Average humidity in December - Burton, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Burton, MI

Average rainfall in December - Burton, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and December (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Burton, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Burton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burton, MI

Average snowfall in December - Burton, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burton, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Burton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burton, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burton, MI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Burton, MI

Average UV index in December - Burton, 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
Burton, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Burton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Burton, MI

Average visibility in December - Burton, 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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