December weather forecast
Shields, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shields, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) to an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C). December's average low temperature in Shields is a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Shields, Michigan, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Shields, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.55" (14mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Shields, in December, during 10.1 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Shields, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.6 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shields is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shields, Michigan, are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shields in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shields, is 33.1°F (0.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shields?

The average relative humidity in December in Shields, Michigan, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shields?

In December, in Shields, Michigan, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shields in December?

In Shields, in December, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shields?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shields have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Shields?

On the first day of December in Shields, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shields?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Shields, Michigan, is 3.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Shields?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Shields, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Shields, MI

Average temperature in December - Shields, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Shields, MI

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

Average wind speed in December
Shields, MI

Average wind speed in December - Shields, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Shields, MI

Average humidity in December - Shields, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Shields, MI

Average rainfall in December - Shields, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.38").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Shields, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Shields, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shields, MI

Average snowfall in December - Shields, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shields, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Shields, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shields, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shields, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Shields, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Shields, MI

Average UV index in December - Shields, 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
Shields, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Shields, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Shields, MI

Average visibility in December - Shields, 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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