Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a frosty 43°F (6.1°C) to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C). Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a subzero cold 24.8°F (-4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Sterling is 83%.Rainfall
In December, in Sterling, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Sterling, Michigan, are January through April, November and December. In Sterling, Michigan, in December, during 14 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.2 days and aggregates up to 17.2" (437mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Sterling is 2.9h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sterling. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Sterling?
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How many hours of daylight does Sterling have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Sterling, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Sterling, 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 (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sterling, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).
Average humidity in December
Sterling, MI
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Sterling, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, September and November (1.02").
Average rainfall days in December
Sterling, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sterling, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 3.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sterling, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 14 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sterling, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sterling, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Sterling, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sterling, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 69
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Sterling, MI
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
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