December weather forecast
Sandusky, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sandusky, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C). In Sandusky, the month of December brings a consistent average low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sandusky, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sandusky, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.9 days and aggregates up to 16.46" (418mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sandusky is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Sandusky, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sandusky, Michigan, is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sandusky?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sandusky, records 33.3°F (0.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sandusky?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month in Sandusky?

The months with the least rainfall in Sandusky are February and December Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Sandusky in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sandusky in December?

In Sandusky, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandusky?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sandusky, Michigan.

How many hours of daylight does Sandusky have in December?

In December, the average day length in Sandusky, Michigan, is 9h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandusky?

On the first day of December in Sandusky, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sandusky?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sandusky?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Sandusky is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes 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
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sandusky, MI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandusky, MI

Average pressure in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Sandusky, MI

Average wind speed in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandusky, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandusky, MI

Average rainfall in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.48").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandusky, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandusky, MI

Average snowfall in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandusky, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandusky, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandusky, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sandusky, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Sandusky, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sandusky, MI

Average visibility in December - Sandusky, 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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