December weather forecast
Plymouth, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Plymouth, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). During December, nights cool slightly to an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

In Plymouth, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.3 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Plymouth is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Plymouth, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Plymouth. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Plymouth, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Plymouth is December, when the rain falls for 6.3 days and typically collects 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Plymouth, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plymouth have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Plymouth?

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

Average temperature in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Plymouth, MI

Average pressure in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Plymouth, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Plymouth, MI

Average humidity in December - Plymouth, 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 April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Plymouth, MI

Average rainfall in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Plymouth, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plymouth, MI

Average snowfall in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plymouth, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plymouth, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plymouth, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Plymouth, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Plymouth, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Plymouth, MI

Average visibility in December - Plymouth, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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