December weather forecast
Clare, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Clare, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 23°F (-5°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Clare's average low temperature, barely cooler than the daytime high, steadies at 23°F (-5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Clare, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.9 rainfall days, and 21.3" (541mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Clare. In Clare, in December, during 16.4 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Clare, during the entire year, snow falls for 75.4 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Clare is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Clare, Michigan, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Clare are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Clare in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Clare, is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clare?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Clare?

In Clare, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Clare in December?

In Clare, in December, snow falls for 16.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clare?

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

How many hours of daylight does Clare have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Clare?

On the first day of December in Clare, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clare have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Clare?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Clare?

In Clare, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Clare, MI

Average temperature in December - Clare, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°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°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Clare, MI

Average pressure in December - Clare, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Clare, MI

Average wind speed in December - Clare, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Clare, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Clare, MI

Average rainfall in December - Clare, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Clare, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Clare, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clare, MI

Average snowfall in December - Clare, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clare, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Clare, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clare, 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 5min

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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clare, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Clare, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Clare, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Clare, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Clare, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Clare, MI

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

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

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