December weather forecast
Swartz Creek, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Swartz Creek, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°F (0.6°C) and min 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C). Throughout December, Swartz Creek observes a steady low-temperature average of 24.1°F (-4.4°C), reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 6 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Swartz Creek, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Swartz Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 8.58" (218mm) 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 7:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.1°F (0.6°C) and the low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Swartz Creek, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Swartz Creek, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Swartz Creek, the average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Swartz Creek have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average temperature in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average pressure in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average wind speed in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average humidity in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average rainfall in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average snowfall in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 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
Swartz Creek, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average UV index in December - Swartz Creek, 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
Swartz Creek, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Swartz Creek, MI

Average visibility in December - Swartz Creek, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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