December weather forecast
Stanwood, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stanwood, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Stanwood's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Stanwood's December nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a still subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Stanwood, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Stanwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Stanwood, in December, snow falls for 18.7 days, with typically accumulated 6.89" (175mm) of snow. In Stanwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.9 days and aggregates up to 32.56" (827mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Stanwood, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Stanwood is 2.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Stanwood in December?

The high-temperature in Stanwood, Michigan, during December is 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and the low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stanwood?

In Stanwood, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Stanwood?

In Stanwood, Michigan, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Stanwood?

In Stanwood, during December, snow falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stanwood?

The month with the shortest days in Stanwood, Michigan, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stanwood have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Stanwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, in Stanwood, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stanwood?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Stanwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Stanwood, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Stanwood, MI

Average temperature in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanwood, MI

Average pressure in December - Stanwood, 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
Stanwood, MI

Average wind speed in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanwood, MI

Average humidity in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanwood, MI

Average rainfall in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanwood, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stanwood, MI

Average snowfall in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stanwood, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanwood, 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: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stanwood, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanwood, MI

Average UV index in December - Stanwood, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Stanwood, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Stanwood, MI

Average visibility in December - Stanwood, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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