December weather forecast
Douglas, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Douglas, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). Nights in December in Douglas exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In Douglas, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Douglas, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Douglas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.7 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Douglas. In Douglas, in December, during 12.3 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Douglas, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Douglas, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Douglas is 3.1h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Douglas?

In Douglas, 35.1°F (1.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, in December, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Douglas?

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

How many hours of daylight does Douglas have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Douglas?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Douglas?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Douglas?

In Douglas, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Douglas, MI

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Douglas, MI

Average pressure in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Douglas, MI

Average wind speed in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Douglas, MI

Average humidity in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Douglas, MI

Average rainfall in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Douglas, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Douglas, MI

Average snowfall in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Douglas, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Douglas, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Douglas, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Douglas, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Douglas, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Douglas, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Douglas, MI

Average visibility in December - Douglas, 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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