December weather forecast
Yale, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Yale, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average high of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) from November's chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). A steady low-temperature average of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) is logged during December, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Yale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.6 days and collects up to 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 4.84" (123mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 33.4°F (0.8°C) and the low-temperature is 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Yale, in December, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 0.47" (12mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Yale have in December?

In Yale, the average day length in December is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Yale, Michigan, is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Yale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Yale, MI

Average temperature in December - Yale, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Yale, MI

Average pressure in December - Yale, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Yale, MI

Average wind speed in December - Yale, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Yale, MI

Average humidity in December - Yale, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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
Yale, MI

Average rainfall in December - Yale, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.47"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.14").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Yale, MI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Yale, MI

Average snowfall in December - Yale, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Yale, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Yale, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Yale, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Yale, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Yale, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Yale, MI

Average UV index in December - Yale, 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
Yale, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Yale, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Yale, MI

Average visibility in December - Yale, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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