December weather forecast
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and max 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

Grosse Pointe Shores's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). Grosse Pointe Shores's December nights exhibit a subtle drop in temperature, averaging at a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C), closely aligned with the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Grosse Pointe Shores is 81%.

Rainfall

In Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. In Grosse Pointe Shores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 105.5 days and collects up to 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Grosse Pointe Shores are January through May, November and December. In Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Grosse Pointe Shores.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, in Grosse Pointe Shores, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, is 3.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Grosse Pointe Shores?

In Grosse Pointe Shores, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grosse Pointe Shores?

In December, the average relative humidity in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Grosse Pointe Shores in December?

In December, in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grosse Pointe Shores in December?

In Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grosse Pointe Shores?

December has the shortest days of the year in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Grosse Pointe Shores have in December?

In Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Grosse Pointe Shores?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Grosse Pointe Shores, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Grosse Pointe Shores?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Grosse Pointe Shores is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grosse Pointe Shores?

The month with the lowest UV index in Grosse Pointe Shores, Michigan, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Grosse Pointe Shores?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Grosse Pointe Shores is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average temperature in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°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: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average pressure in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, 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
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average wind speed in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average humidity in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average rainfall in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average snowfall in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average UV index in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Average visibility in December - Grosse Pointe Shores, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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