December weather forecast
Detroit, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Detroit, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from an enjoyable 62.2°F (16.8°C) in November to a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Detroit, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Detroit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 36.57" (929mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Detroit, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Detroit is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Detroit is December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 3 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Detroit in December?

December temperatures in Detroit, Texas, vary between a high-temperature of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and a low-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Detroit?

In December, the average relative humidity in Detroit, Texas, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Detroit?

In Detroit, Texas, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Detroit?

In Detroit, Texas, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Does it snow in Detroit in December?

In December, it doesn't snow. November is the latest month when it typically snows.

What is the month with the shortest days in Detroit?

December has the shortest days of the year in Detroit, Texas, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Detroit?

The average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Detroit?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Detroit, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:23 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Detroit?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Detroit?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Detroit is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Detroit?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Detroit?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Detroit, TX

Average temperature in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 53.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (52.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Detroit, TX

Average pressure in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Detroit, TX

Average wind speed in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Detroit, TX

Average humidity in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Detroit, TX

Average rainfall in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Detroit, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Detroit, TX

Average snowfall in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Detroit, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Detroit, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Detroit, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Detroit, TX

Average UV index in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Detroit, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Detroit, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Detroit, TX

Average visibility in December - Detroit, TX
  • 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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