December weather forecast
Charlotte, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Charlotte, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

Charlotte's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a cold 33.8°F (1°C). Charlotte's evenings during December maintain an average temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

In Charlotte, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Charlotte. Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Charlotte, during December, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Charlotte, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.7 days and aggregates up to 9.53" (242mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Charlotte, is 33.8°F (1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Charlotte, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, during December, snow falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Charlotte have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Charlotte, MI

Average temperature in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Charlotte, MI

Average pressure in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Charlotte, MI

Average wind speed in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Charlotte, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Charlotte, MI

Average rainfall in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Charlotte, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Charlotte, MI

Average snowfall in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Charlotte, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charlotte, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Charlotte, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Charlotte, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Charlotte, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Charlotte, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Charlotte, MI

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

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

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