December weather forecast
Prescott, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Prescott, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and min 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). Prescott observes a consistent average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Prescott, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Prescott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.6 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 83.2 snowfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Prescott, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Prescott, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Prescott?

Prescott in December has an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Prescott?

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

How much does it rain in Prescott in December?

In Prescott, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Prescott in December?

In Prescott, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prescott?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Prescott?

In December, the average day length in Prescott, Michigan, is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Prescott?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Prescott?

In Prescott, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prescott?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Prescott?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Prescott is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Prescott, MI

Average temperature in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Prescott, MI

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

Average wind speed in December
Prescott, MI

Average wind speed in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Prescott, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Prescott, MI

Average rainfall in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Prescott, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prescott, MI

Average snowfall in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prescott, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prescott, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Prescott, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Prescott, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Prescott, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Prescott, MI

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

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

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