December weather forecast
Hastings, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hastings, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.6°F (0.9°C) and min 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). During December, Hastings's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Hastings, Michigan, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hastings, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151 days and collects up to 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Hastings. In December, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 19.06" (484mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hastings, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice 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 December in Hastings?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Hastings?

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

How much does it rain in Hastings in December?

In Hastings, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hastings in December?

In December, in Hastings, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 3.46" (88mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hastings?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hastings have in December?

In Hastings, the average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hastings?

On the first day of December in Hastings, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hastings?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hastings is 3.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hastings?

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

Average temperature in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°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 (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hastings, MI

Average pressure in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Hastings, MI

Average wind speed in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hastings, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Hastings, MI

Average rainfall in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Hastings, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hastings, MI

Average snowfall in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.79").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hastings, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hastings, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hastings, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hastings, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Hastings, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Hastings, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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