December weather forecast
Gilead, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gilead, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Gilead's nighttime temperature in December consistently rests at a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Gilead, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 98.8 rainfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gilead, Michigan, in December, during 7.4 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gilead, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gilead, records 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gilead, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gilead, in December, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gilead have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilead have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gilead, MI

Average temperature in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Gilead, MI

Average pressure in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gilead, MI

Average wind speed in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Gilead, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gilead, MI

Average rainfall in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Gilead, MI

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gilead, MI

Average snowfall in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gilead, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilead, 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 12min).

  • 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gilead, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Gilead, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gilead, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gilead, MI

Average visibility in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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