December weather forecast
Grand Rapids, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grand Rapids, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

In Grand Rapids, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 36.7°F (2.6°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Grand Rapids is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Grand Rapids, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 52.6 snowfall days, and 15.87" (403mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Grand Rapids, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Grand Rapids, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Grand Rapids?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Grand Rapids, is 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Grand Rapids?

In December, the average relative humidity in Grand Rapids is 82%.

What is the driest month in Grand Rapids?

The month with the least rainfall in Grand Rapids, Ohio, is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically collects 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Grand Rapids?

In December, in Grand Rapids, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Grand Rapids in December?

In December, in Grand Rapids, Ohio, it is snowing for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Grand Rapids?

December has the shortest days of the year in Grand Rapids, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Grand Rapids?

In December, the average day length in Grand Rapids is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Grand Rapids?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Grand Rapids have in December?

In Grand Rapids, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grand Rapids?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Grand Rapids?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Grand Rapids, Ohio, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average temperature in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average pressure in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average wind speed in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average humidity in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average rainfall in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average snowfall in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average UV index in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Grand Rapids, OH

Average visibility in December - Grand Rapids, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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