December weather forecast
Onaway, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Onaway, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°F (-3.9°C) and max 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a wintry 41°F (5°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). Onaway observes a slightly reduced average nighttime temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Onaway, Michigan, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Onaway, in December, during 18.1 snowfall days, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 snowfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Onaway, is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 18.1 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Onaway have in December?

In Onaway, the average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Onaway have in December?

In Onaway, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Onaway is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Onaway, MI

Average temperature in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Onaway, MI

Average pressure in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Onaway, MI

Average wind speed in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Onaway, MI

Average humidity in December - Onaway, 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 May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Onaway, MI

Average rainfall in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Onaway, MI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Onaway, MI

Average snowfall in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Onaway, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Onaway, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Onaway, MI

Average UV index in December - Onaway, 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
Onaway, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Onaway, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Onaway, MI

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

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

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