December weather forecast
North Branch, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Branch, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average low of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). December's average low-temperature is a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Branch, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In North Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.5 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:07 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 in North Branch. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, North Branch experiences an average high-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In North Branch, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Branch, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Branch have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in North Branch is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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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
North Branch, MI

Average temperature in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
North Branch, MI

Average pressure in December - North Branch, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Branch, MI

Average wind speed in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
North Branch, MI

Average humidity in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
North Branch, MI

Average rainfall in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
North Branch, MI

Average rainfall days in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Branch, MI

Average snowfall in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Branch, MI

Average snowfall days in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Branch, MI

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Branch, MI

Average sunshine days in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
North Branch, MI

Average UV index in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Branch, MI

Average cloud cover in December - North Branch, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
North Branch, MI

Average visibility in December - North Branch, 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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