December weather forecast
Pellston, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pellston, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and max 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C) in November to a freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In Pellston, the average low-temperature during December nights tends to settle at 23.9°F (-4.5°C), indicating a slight drop from the daytime peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Pellston, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pellston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.7 days and collects up to 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Pellston. In Pellston, during December, snow falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 95.1 snowfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pellston, Michigan, the average sunshine in December is 2.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Pellston, is 30.7°F (-0.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pellston, Michigan, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pellston, in December, during 19.8 snowfall days, 7.83" (199mm) 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 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pellston have in December?

In Pellston, the average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pellston have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Pellston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pellston, MI

Average temperature in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16°F).

Average pressure in December
Pellston, MI

Average pressure in December - Pellston, 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
Pellston, MI

Average wind speed in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pellston, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Pellston, MI

Average rainfall in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.95").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and August (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Pellston, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pellston, MI

Average snowfall in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pellston, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.8 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, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pellston, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pellston, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pellston, MI

Average UV index in December - Pellston, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Pellston, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Pellston, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Pellston, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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