December weather forecast
Greenland, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Greenland, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 21°F (-6.1°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from an icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) in November to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). December nights document an average temperature reading of 21°F (-6.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Greenland, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.6 rainfall days, and 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Greenland. December is the month with the most snowfall in Greenland. Snow falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Greenland is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Greenland, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Greenland, Michigan, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Greenland?

In Greenland, in December, the average high-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Greenland?

In December, the average relative humidity in Greenland, Michigan, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Greenland in December?

In December, in Greenland, Michigan, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Greenland?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Greenland, Michigan. Snow falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Greenland?

In Greenland, during December, snow falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenland?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Greenland have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Greenland?

On the first day of December in Greenland, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:41 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenland have in December?

In Greenland, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Greenland?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Greenland?

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

Average temperature in December
Greenland, MI

Average temperature in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenland, MI

Average pressure in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Greenland, MI

Average wind speed in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenland, MI

Average humidity in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Greenland, MI

Average rainfall in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, June, August and October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenland, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenland, MI

Average snowfall in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenland, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenland, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenland, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Greenland, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Greenland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Greenland, MI

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

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

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