December weather forecast
Somerset, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Somerset, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Nighttime, during December, brings an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C), a modest reduction from the day's peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Somerset, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 13.11" (333mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Somerset, the average sunshine in December 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Somerset experiences an average high-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Somerset in December?

In Somerset, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Somerset, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Somerset?

In Somerset, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Somerset, MI

Average temperature in December - Somerset, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Somerset, MI

Average pressure in December - Somerset, 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
Somerset, MI

Average wind speed in December - Somerset, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Somerset, MI

Average humidity in December - Somerset, 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
Somerset, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Somerset, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Somerset, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Somerset, MI

Average snowfall in December - Somerset, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Somerset, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Somerset, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Somerset, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Somerset, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Somerset, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Somerset, MI

Average UV index in December - Somerset, 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
Somerset, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Somerset, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Somerset, MI

Average visibility in December - Somerset, 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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