December weather forecast
Vernon, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vernon, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 24.6°F (-4.1°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). December nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a freezing cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Humidity

In Vernon, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Vernon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Vernon, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. In Vernon, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.8 days and aggregates up to 22.24" (565mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Vernon, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. 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?

Vernon in December has an average high-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Vernon have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Vernon, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Vernon, MI

Average temperature in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Vernon, MI

Average pressure in December - Vernon, 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
Vernon, MI

Average wind speed in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Vernon, MI

Average humidity in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Vernon, MI

Average rainfall in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Vernon, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vernon, MI

Average snowfall in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Vernon, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vernon, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vernon, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Vernon, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Vernon, MI

Average UV index in December - Vernon, 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
Vernon, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Vernon, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Vernon, MI

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

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

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