December weather forecast
Grosse Pointe, MI

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December brings a drop in Grosse Pointe's average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C). Grosse Pointe's nighttime temperatures in December settle close to daytime highs at an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Grosse Pointe. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. In Grosse Pointe, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
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, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Grosse Pointe is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Grosse Pointe in December?

In December, in Grosse Pointe, 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?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Grosse Pointe?

In Grosse Pointe, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Grosse Pointe in December?

In Grosse Pointe, Michigan, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grosse Pointe?

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, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

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

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

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

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grosse Pointe, MI

Average temperature in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average pressure in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average wind speed in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average humidity in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average rainfall in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average snowfall in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

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

Average sunshine days in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average UV index in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Grosse Pointe, 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, MI

Average visibility in December - Grosse Pointe, 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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