December weather forecast
Saline, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Saline, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Saline records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) in December, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Saline. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saline are January through May, October through December. In Saline, Michigan, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.7 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Saline, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Saline in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Saline, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saline?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month in Saline?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Saline, Michigan. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Saline?

In December, in Saline, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Saline?

In Saline, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saline?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Saline?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saline have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Saline?

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

Average temperature in December
Saline, MI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Saline, MI

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saline, MI

Average wind speed in December - Saline, 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 (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Saline, MI

Average humidity in December - Saline, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Saline, MI

Average rainfall in December - Saline, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Saline, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Saline, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saline, MI

Average snowfall in December - Saline, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saline, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Saline, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saline, 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 12min).

  • 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
Saline, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Saline, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Saline, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Saline, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Saline, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Saline, MI

Average visibility in December - Saline, 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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