December weather forecast
Dearborn Heights, MI

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Weather in December

Come December, winter is in full swing in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. The inhabitants have to brace for the dropping temperatures, with the average low reaching down to 26.8°F (-2.9°C). With snowfall totals at 0.24" (6mm), the city cloaked in a blanket of snow looks like a winter wonderland. Despite the intense cold, the festive mood for Christmas provides warmth in the hearts of residents. The wind picks up, creating flurries of snow that contribute to the picturesque winter scene.

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). Dearborn Heights's nighttime average temperature in December subtly descends to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C) from the daily highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dearborn Heights, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dearborn Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.4 days and collects up to 6.93" (176mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Dearborn Heights, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 40.6 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dearborn Heights in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.2°F (1.8°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dearborn Heights?

In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dearborn Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average temperature in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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 (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average pressure in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"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
Dearborn Heights, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average humidity in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average rainfall in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average snowfall in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dearborn Heights, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average UV index in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average visibility in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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