December weather forecast
Wellington, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Wellington, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and an average low of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Wellington's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's cold 36°F (2.2°C) to a subzero cold 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The month of December shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of 15.1°F (-9.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Wellington, in December, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.5 rainfall days, and 24.76" (629mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 23.8 days and typically aggregates up to 11.18" (284mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Wellington, 24.1°F (-4.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 15.1°F (-9.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wellington, in December, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 23.8 days and accumulates 11.18" (284mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 23.8 days. Throughout December, 11.18" (284mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wellington have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:22 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Wellington, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, November 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 health vulnerability from 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
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Average temperature in December
Wellington, MI

Average temperature in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 15.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Wellington, MI

Average pressure in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wellington, MI

Average wind speed in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Wellington, MI

Average humidity in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Wellington, MI

Average rainfall in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Wellington, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wellington, MI

Average snowfall in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 11.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (11.18").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wellington, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 23.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (26.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wellington, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5 days).

Average UV index in December
Wellington, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wellington, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Wellington, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Wellington, MI

Average visibility in December - Wellington, 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, March and December (4mi).

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