December weather forecast
Melvindale, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Melvindale, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). Throughout December, a minimal difference from peak daytime temperatures is noted, marking a steady low-temperature average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Melvindale, during December, snow falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Melvindale, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Melvindale.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Melvindale, in December, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Melvindale, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Melvindale, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Melvindale have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Melvindale?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Melvindale, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Melvindale, MI

Average temperature in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Melvindale, MI

Average pressure in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melvindale, MI

Average wind speed in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Melvindale, MI

Average humidity in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Melvindale, MI

Average rainfall in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Melvindale, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melvindale, MI

Average snowfall in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melvindale, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melvindale, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melvindale, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Melvindale, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Melvindale, MI

Average UV index in December - Melvindale, 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
Melvindale, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Melvindale, 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
Melvindale, MI

Average visibility in December - Melvindale, 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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