December weather forecast
Stephenson, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Stephenson, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) and an average high of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C) to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C). Stephenson registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 18.5°F (-7.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Stephenson, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.3 rainfall days, and 22.87" (581mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stephenson, in December, during 15.8 snowfall days, 7.99" (203mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stephenson, there are 85.1 snowfall days, and 37.72" (958mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Stephenson, Michigan, is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

In Stephenson, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Stephenson in December?

In December, in Stephenson, the average high-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.5°F (-7.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Stephenson?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Stephenson in December?

In Stephenson, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Stephenson?

In Stephenson, in December, during 15.8 snowfall days, 7.99" (203mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stephenson?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Stephenson.

How many hours of daylight does Stephenson have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Stephenson?

On the first day of December in Stephenson, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:17 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stephenson?

The average sunshine duration in December in Stephenson, Michigan, is 3.5h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Stephenson?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stephenson, Michigan, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Stephenson, MI

Average temperature in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Stephenson, MI

Average pressure in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stephenson, MI

Average wind speed in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Stephenson, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Stephenson, MI

Average rainfall in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Stephenson, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stephenson, MI

Average snowfall in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stephenson, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stephenson, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Stephenson, MI

Average UV index in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and March (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Stephenson, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Stephenson, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Stephenson, MI

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

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

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