December weather forecast
Valley Island, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Valley Island, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a wintry 32.9°F (0.5°C). Throughout December, Valley Island reports a steady low-temperature average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Valley Island, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.8 rainfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Valley Island, in December, snow falls for 15.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 70.3 snowfall days, and 16.77" (426mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Valley Island, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

January 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Valley Island, is 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 15.4 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) 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 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Valley Island?

The average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Valley Island, MI

Average temperature in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Valley Island, MI

Average pressure in December - Valley Island, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Valley Island, MI

Average wind speed in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Valley Island, MI

Average humidity in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Valley Island, MI

Average rainfall in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Valley Island, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Valley Island, MI

Average snowfall in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Valley Island, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Valley Island, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Valley Island, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Valley Island, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Valley Island, MI

Average UV index in December - Valley Island, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Valley Island, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Valley Island, MI

Average visibility in December - Valley Island, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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