December weather forecast
Thornapple, WI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thornapple, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and min 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) in November to a freezing cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C). During December, Thornapple experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Thornapple, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Thornapple, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.5 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Thornapple. Snow falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Thornapple is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 20, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Thornapple, records 23.9°F (-4.5°C), while the low-temperature is 13.1°F (-10.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Thornapple, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16.8 days and typically aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 16.8 days. Throughout December, 7.28" (185mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Thornapple have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:31 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 hazard to health 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Thornapple, WI

Average temperature in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average high temperature in December: 23.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 13.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Thornapple, WI

Average pressure in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Thornapple, WI

Average wind speed in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Thornapple, WI

Average humidity in December - Thornapple, WI
  • 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Thornapple, WI

Average rainfall in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Thornapple, WI

Average rainfall days in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thornapple, WI

Average snowfall in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thornapple, WI

Average snowfall days in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thornapple, WI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thornapple, WI

Average sunshine days in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Thornapple, WI

Average UV index in December - Thornapple, WI
  • 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Thornapple, WI

Average cloud cover in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Thornapple, WI

Average visibility in December - Thornapple, WI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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