December weather forecast
Paynesville, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Paynesville, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°F (-6.1°C) and an average high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's icy 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). During the nights of December, Paynesville records an average low-temperature of 21°F (-6.1°C), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paynesville, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Paynesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 22.56" (573mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.5 days and accumulates 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and the low-temperature is 21°F (-6.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Paynesville, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.5 days and typically aggregates up to 6.65" (169mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Paynesville?

In Paynesville, in December, during 20.5 snowfall days, 6.65" (169mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Paynesville, the average day length in December is 8h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Paynesville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paynesville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paynesville, MI

Average temperature in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Paynesville, MI

Average pressure in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paynesville, MI

Average wind speed in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Paynesville, MI

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Paynesville, MI

Average rainfall in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, June, August and October (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Paynesville, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paynesville, MI

Average snowfall in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paynesville, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paynesville, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Paynesville, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Paynesville, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Paynesville, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Paynesville, MI

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

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

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