December weather forecast
Palmyra, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Palmyra, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Throughout December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

January, February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Palmyra. In Palmyra, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Palmyra, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.4 days and aggregates up to 4.41" (112mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Palmyra experiences an average high-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the driest month?

January, February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palmyra?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Palmyra, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Palmyra?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmyra have in December?

In Palmyra, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Palmyra, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palmyra, MI

Average temperature in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Palmyra, MI

Average pressure in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Palmyra, MI

Average wind speed in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Palmyra, MI

Average humidity in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Palmyra, MI

Average rainfall in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.22").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Palmyra, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palmyra, MI

Average snowfall in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palmyra, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmyra, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palmyra, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Palmyra, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Palmyra, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Palmyra, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Palmyra, MI

Average visibility in December - Palmyra, 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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