December weather forecast
Hale, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hale, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in November to a still icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). During December, Hale perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hale is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hale, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.8 days and collects up to 12.56" (319mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hale, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Hale, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.9 days and aggregates up to 9.29" (236mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hale, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Hale experiences an average high-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hale, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.75" (19mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hale, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hale have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hale is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Hale, MI

Average temperature in December - Hale, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Hale, MI

Average pressure in December - Hale, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hale, MI

Average wind speed in December - Hale, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Hale, MI

Average humidity in December - Hale, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hale, MI

Average rainfall in December - Hale, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Hale, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Hale, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hale, MI

Average snowfall in December - Hale, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hale, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Hale, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hale, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hale, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Hale, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hale, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Hale, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Hale, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Hale, MI

Average visibility in December - Hale, 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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