December weather forecast
Rives Junction, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rives Junction, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to a cold 33.8°F (1°C). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Rives Junction reaches an average low of 24.8°F (-4°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.8 rainfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Rives Junction, during December, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.6 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rives Junction, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rives Junction in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Rives Junction, is 33.8°F (1°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.8°F (-4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rives Junction?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rives Junction, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rives Junction, in December, snow falls for 12.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Rives Junction is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rives Junction have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rives Junction have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average temperature in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.8°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
Rives Junction, MI

Average pressure in December - Rives Junction, 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
Rives Junction, MI

Average wind speed in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average humidity in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average rainfall in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.01").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average snowfall in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rives Junction, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average UV index in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Rives Junction, MI

Average visibility in December - Rives Junction, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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