December weather forecast
Hessel, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hessel, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23°F (-5°C) and an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Hessel, Michigan, in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a wintry 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). During the month of December, Hessel identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, in Hessel, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 19.2 days. Throughout December, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 93.6 snowfall days, and 27.91" (709mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hessel, the average sunshine in December is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Hessel, in December, the average high-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C), and the average low-temperature is 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Hessel is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hessel, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hessel in December?

In Hessel, in December, snow falls for 19.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hessel have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hessel, 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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hessel, MI

Average temperature in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hessel, MI

Average pressure in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"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
Hessel, MI

Average wind speed in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Hessel, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hessel, MI

Average rainfall in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Hessel, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hessel, MI

Average snowfall in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hessel, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hessel, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hessel, MI

Average UV index in December - Hessel, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hessel, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hessel, MI

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

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

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