December weather forecast
Southfield, MI

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Weather in December

December in Southfield sees the return of winter and a definitive shift to the cooler end of the spectrum. Carpeted in snow, the landscape changes quite dramatically as the city welcomes the festive season. Across the city, candlelight flicker through windows and holiday cheer is in the frosty air. Temperatures plunge down, falling no higher than 34.9°F (1.6°C) even in the daytime. By the time December rolls around, Southfield has adorned its winter garb once again, ready to embrace the year-end festivities amidst the cover of snow.

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Southfield registers an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) throughout December, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Southfield, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Southfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.1 days and aggregates up to 17.13" (435mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Southfield experiences an average high-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and a low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in July is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Southfield, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.7 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Southfield, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Southfield, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Southfield is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Southfield, MI

Average temperature in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Southfield, MI

Average pressure in December - Southfield, 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
Southfield, MI

Average wind speed in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Southfield, MI

Average humidity in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Southfield, MI

Average rainfall in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Southfield, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Southfield, MI

Average snowfall in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Southfield, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southfield, 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 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
Southfield, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April, May and July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Southfield, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Southfield, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Southfield, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Southfield, MI

Average visibility in December - Southfield, 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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