December weather forecast
Vanderbilt, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vanderbilt, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and min 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) to a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In Vanderbilt, the month of December records an average minimum temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Vanderbilt is 89%.

Rainfall

In Vanderbilt, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vanderbilt, there are 137.2 rainfall days, and 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vanderbilt are January through May, October through December. In Vanderbilt, in December, snow falls for 21.5 days, with typically accumulated 9.49" (241mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 50.67" (1287mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Vanderbilt is 1.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Vanderbilt in December?

Vanderbilt in December has an average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vanderbilt?

The average relative humidity in December in Vanderbilt, Michigan, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Vanderbilt?

In December, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Vanderbilt?

In Vanderbilt, during December, snow falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.49" (241mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vanderbilt?

December has the shortest days of the year in Vanderbilt, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Vanderbilt?

In Vanderbilt, Michigan, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Vanderbilt?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Vanderbilt, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Vanderbilt?

In Vanderbilt, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Vanderbilt?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Vanderbilt, Michigan.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Vanderbilt?

In Vanderbilt, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average temperature in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average pressure in December - Vanderbilt, 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
Vanderbilt, MI

Average wind speed in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, April and December (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average humidity in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average rainfall in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average snowfall in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.49"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vanderbilt, 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: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average UV index in December - Vanderbilt, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Vanderbilt, MI

Average visibility in December - Vanderbilt, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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