December weather forecast
Dunham, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Dunham, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average low of 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C). During December, the nighttime temperatures align closely with the daytime averages, measuring 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.5 rainfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 10.63" (270mm) of snow.

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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dunham is 1.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dunham are January through March, November 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 average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Dunham, is 24.8°F (-4°C), while the average low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dunham, in December, during 3.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Dunham?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 10.63" (270mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dunham, in December, during 21.5 snowfall days, 10.63" (270mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In Dunham, the average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:22 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dunham have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dunham is 1.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Dunham are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dunham, MI

Average temperature in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunham, MI

Average pressure in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dunham, MI

Average wind speed in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Dunham, MI

Average humidity in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Dunham, MI

Average rainfall in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunham, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunham, MI

Average snowfall in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dunham, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunham, 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: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunham, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunham, MI

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dunham, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Dunham, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Dunham, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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