December weather forecast
Gaines, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Gaines, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) in December, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Gaines, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gaines, in December, during 14.6 snowfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gaines, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.8 days and aggregates up to 22.24" (565mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gaines, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gaines. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gaines, records 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gaines, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gaines, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gaines have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaines have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Gaines, MI

Average temperature in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Gaines, MI

Average pressure in December - Gaines, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gaines, MI

Average wind speed in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

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

Average humidity in December
Gaines, MI

Average humidity in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gaines, MI

Average rainfall in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Gaines, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gaines, MI

Average snowfall in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gaines, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gaines, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Gaines, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gaines, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Gaines, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Gaines, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (5mi).

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