December weather forecast
Farmington, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Farmington, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). Farmington sustains an average of approximately a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

In Farmington, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Farmington, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Farmington, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Farmington.
On the first day of December in Farmington, sunrise is at 7:44 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Farmington, Michigan, is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Farmington are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Farmington in December?

In December, in Farmington, the average high-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Farmington?

In Farmington, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the driest month in Farmington?

The months with the least rainfall in Farmington are February and December Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Farmington in December?

In Farmington, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Farmington?

In Farmington, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Farmington?

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

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

In Farmington, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Farmington?

On the first day of December in Farmington, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:44 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 many hours of sunshine does Farmington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Farmington?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Farmington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Farmington 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
Farmington, MI

Average temperature in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Farmington, MI

Average pressure in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Farmington, MI

Average wind speed in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Farmington, MI

Average humidity in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Farmington, MI

Average rainfall in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Farmington, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Farmington, MI

Average snowfall in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Farmington, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Farmington, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Farmington, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Farmington, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Farmington, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Farmington, MI

Average visibility in December - Farmington, 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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