December weather forecast
Okemos, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Okemos, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) and an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Okemos's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C). During December, Okemos's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Okemos, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Okemos. In December, it is snowing for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated. In Okemos, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.4 days and aggregates up to 16.61" (422mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Okemos, Michigan, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Okemos, in December, the average high-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Okemos?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 7.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Okemos in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Okemos, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Okemos have in December?

The average day length in December in Okemos is 9h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Okemos have in December?

In Okemos, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Okemos, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
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
Okemos, MI

Average temperature in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Okemos, MI

Average pressure in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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
Okemos, MI

Average wind speed in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Okemos, MI

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Okemos, MI

Average rainfall in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Okemos, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Okemos, MI

Average snowfall in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Okemos, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Okemos, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Okemos, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Okemos, MI

Average UV index in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Okemos, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Okemos, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Okemos, MI

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

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

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