December weather forecast
Clawson, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clawson, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

Clawson experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C). Clawson nights in December witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clawson, in December, during 11.9 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

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 average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Clawson in December has an average high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Clawson, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Clawson, in December, it is raining for 8.4 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Clawson, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Clawson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Clawson?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is 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 reading in December?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Clawson, MI

Average temperature in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Clawson, MI

Average pressure in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"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
Clawson, MI

Average wind speed in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Clawson, MI

Average humidity in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Clawson, MI

Average rainfall in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Clawson, MI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clawson, MI

Average snowfall in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clawson, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clawson, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clawson, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Clawson, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Clawson, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Clawson, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Clawson, MI

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

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

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