December weather forecast
Tower, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Tower, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's wintry 41°F (5°C) to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C). During December's nights, Tower notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 25°F (-3.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Tower, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 22.44" (570mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 18.1 days. Throughout December, 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.6 snowfall days, and 22.76" (578mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Tower, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Tower, the average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Tower, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Tower, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tower, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tower, during December, snow falls for 18.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tower have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tower have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tower, MI

Average temperature in December - Tower, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (71.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Tower, MI

Average pressure in December - Tower, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Tower, MI

Average wind speed in December - Tower, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Tower, MI

Average humidity in December - Tower, 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 May (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Tower, MI

Average rainfall in December - Tower, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Tower, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Tower, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tower, MI

Average snowfall in December - Tower, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.75").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tower, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Tower, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tower, 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: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tower, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Tower, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Tower, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tower, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Tower, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Tower, MI

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

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

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