December weather forecast
Idlewild, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Idlewild, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

Idlewild's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Idlewild's average temperature during the nights of December is recorded at 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

In Idlewild, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Idlewild, Michigan, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Idlewild, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.1 days and collects up to 21.14" (537mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Idlewild, during December, snow falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.39" (137mm) of snow. In Idlewild, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.5 days and aggregates up to 25.47" (647mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Idlewild?

In Idlewild, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 18.3 days. Throughout December, 5.39" (137mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Idlewild have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Idlewild have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Idlewild is 2.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Idlewild, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability 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
Idlewild, MI

Average temperature in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Idlewild, MI

Average pressure in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Idlewild, MI

Average wind speed in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Idlewild, MI

Average humidity in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Idlewild, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Idlewild, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Idlewild, MI

Average snowfall in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Idlewild, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Idlewild, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Idlewild, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Idlewild, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Idlewild, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Idlewild, MI

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

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

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