December weather forecast
Climax, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Climax, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Climax's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February, November and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. In Climax, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.8 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Climax, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Climax experiences an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

What is the driest month?

February, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Climax, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Climax, Michigan, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Climax have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Climax have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Climax, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Climax, MI

Average temperature in December - Climax, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Climax, MI

Average pressure in December - Climax, 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
Climax, MI

Average wind speed in December - Climax, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Climax, MI

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Climax, MI

Average rainfall in December - Climax, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, November and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Climax, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Climax, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Climax, MI

Average snowfall in December - Climax, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Climax, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Climax, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Climax, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Climax, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Climax, MI

Average UV index in December - Climax, 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
Climax, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Climax, MI

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

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

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