December weather forecast
Springfield, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Springfield, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C). A slight dip in temperature to a freezing cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C) marks the average nights in Springfield during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Springfield, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 20.87" (530mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Springfield, during December, snow falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.3 snowfall days, and 15.12" (384mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, in Springfield, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Springfield, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 1 in December transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Springfield in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and a low-temperature of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Springfield in December?

In Springfield, Michigan, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Springfield in December?

In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springfield?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Springfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Springfield?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Springfield?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Springfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Springfield, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, MI

Average temperature in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°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 (17.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Springfield, MI

Average pressure in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MI

Average wind speed in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Springfield, MI

Average humidity in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Springfield, MI

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Springfield, MI

Average snowfall in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Springfield, MI

Average UV index in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Springfield, MI

Average visibility in December - Springfield, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).

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