December weather forecast
Utica, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Utica, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature in Utica during December stays at a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In Utica, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Utica, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Utica is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Utica, the average high-temperature is 34.9°F (1.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Utica have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Utica have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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 temperature in December
Utica, MI

Average temperature in December - Utica, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Utica, MI

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Utica, MI

Average wind speed in December - Utica, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Utica, MI

Average humidity in December - Utica, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Utica, MI

Average rainfall in December - Utica, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Utica, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Utica, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Utica, MI

Average snowfall in December - Utica, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Utica, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Utica, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Utica, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Utica, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Utica, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Utica, MI

Average UV index in December - Utica, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Utica, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Utica, MI

Average visibility in December - Utica, 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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