December weather forecast
Palo, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palo, 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 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). Palo's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Palo, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 18.58" (472mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Palo. Snow falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 4.17" (106mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Palo, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Palo, Michigan, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Palo have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Palo, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Palo have in December?

In Palo, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Palo, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Palo, MI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Palo, MI

Average pressure in December - Palo, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Palo, MI

Average wind speed in December - Palo, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Palo, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Palo, MI

Average rainfall in December - Palo, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Palo, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Palo, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palo, MI

Average snowfall in December - Palo, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palo, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Palo, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palo, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palo, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Palo, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Palo, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Palo, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Palo, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Palo, MI

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

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

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