December weather forecast
Cornell, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cornell, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and max 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C) to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). December registers an average low temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in Cornell, subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cornell, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.7 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Cornell. In Cornell, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 76.5 snowfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Cornell, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cornell in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cornell during December are 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Cornell?

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

How much does it rain in Cornell in December?

In Cornell, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cornell?

In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cornell?

The month with the shortest days in Cornell is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Cornell, Michigan, is 8h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cornell?

On the first day of December in Cornell, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cornell?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

How high is the UV index in December in Cornell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cornell, MI

Average temperature in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Cornell, MI

Average pressure in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Cornell, MI

Average wind speed in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Cornell, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cornell, MI

Average rainfall in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Cornell, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cornell, MI

Average snowfall in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cornell, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cornell, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cornell, MI

Average UV index in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cornell, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Cornell, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Cornell, MI

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

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

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