December weather forecast
Colon, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Colon, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

In Colon, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). December's average low temperature in Colon is a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.

Humidity

In Colon, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Colon, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 20.63" (524mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Colon, in December, during 11.2 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Colon, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Colon, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Colon, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Colon, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Colon, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Colon, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Colon, MI

Average pressure in December - Colon, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colon, MI

Average wind speed in December - Colon, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Colon, MI

Average humidity in December - Colon, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

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

Average rainfall in December
Colon, MI

Average rainfall in December - Colon, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Colon, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Colon, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colon, MI

Average snowfall in December - Colon, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colon, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Colon, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colon, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colon, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Colon, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Colon, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Colon, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Colon, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Colon, MI

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

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

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