December weather forecast
New Haven, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Haven, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) from November's chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December, New Haven's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.5 days and accumulates 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In New Haven, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In New Haven, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.9 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In New Haven, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in New Haven, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically collects 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in New Haven in December?

In New Haven, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in New Haven?

In New Haven, during December, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In New Haven, the average day length in December is 9h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in New Haven?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
New Haven, MI

Average temperature in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
New Haven, MI

Average pressure in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Haven, MI

Average wind speed in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
New Haven, MI

Average humidity in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
New Haven, MI

Average rainfall in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
New Haven, MI

Average rainfall days in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Haven, MI

Average snowfall in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Haven, MI

Average snowfall days in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Haven, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Haven, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Haven, MI

Average sunshine days in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
New Haven, MI

Average UV index in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
New Haven, MI

Average cloud cover in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
New Haven, MI

Average visibility in December - New Haven, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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