December weather forecast
Frankenmuth, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Frankenmuth, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Frankenmuth in December experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Frankenmuth, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119.2 rainfall days, and 11.65" (296mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Frankenmuth, in December, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.6 snowfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Frankenmuth?

During December, Frankenmuth experiences an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) 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 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Frankenmuth have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average temperature in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Frankenmuth, MI

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average wind speed in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average humidity in December - Frankenmuth, 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 April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average rainfall in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average snowfall in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

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
Frankenmuth, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Frankenmuth, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Frankenmuth, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

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

Average visibility in December
Frankenmuth, MI

Average visibility in December - Frankenmuth, 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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