December weather forecast
Portland, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Portland, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). Portland sustains a near constant temperature throughout December, with nighttime averages of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.9 rainfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Portland, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Portland?

During December, Portland experiences an average high-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Portland?

In Portland, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Portland in December?

In Portland, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Portland?

The month with the most snowfall in Portland is December, when snow falls for 12.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Portland?

In Portland, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Portland?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Portland have in December?

The average day length in December in Portland, Michigan, is 9h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Portland?

On the first day of December in Portland, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Portland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Portland, Michigan, is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Portland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Portland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Portland, Michigan, 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
Portland, MI

Average temperature in December - Portland, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Portland, MI

Average pressure in December - Portland, 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
Portland, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Portland, MI

Average humidity in December - Portland, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Portland, MI

Average rainfall in December - Portland, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Portland, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Portland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Portland, MI

Average snowfall in December - Portland, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Portland, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Portland, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Portland, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Portland, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Portland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Portland, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, 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
Portland, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Portland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Portland, MI

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

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

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