December weather forecast
Wayland, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Wayland, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a wintry 34.2°F (1.2°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in December, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wayland, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wayland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 19.41" (493mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wayland. In Wayland, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Wayland, there are 66.9 snowfall days, and 16.54" (420mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Wayland, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wayland in December?

In Wayland, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wayland?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Wayland?

In Wayland, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Wayland?

In Wayland, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wayland?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wayland have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wayland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wayland have in December?

In Wayland, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wayland?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wayland?

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

Average temperature in December - Wayland, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Wayland, MI

Average pressure in December - Wayland, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wayland, MI

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Wayland, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Wayland, MI

Average rainfall in December - Wayland, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Wayland, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Wayland, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wayland, MI

Average snowfall in December - Wayland, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Wayland, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Wayland, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wayland, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wayland, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Wayland, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wayland, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wayland, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Wayland, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Wayland, MI

Average visibility in December - Wayland, 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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