December weather forecastAthens, MI
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Athens, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).Temperature
Stepping into December, Athens observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs in Athens during the nights of December, averaging a freezing cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
In Athens, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Athens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.6 days and collects up to 13.78" (350mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Athens, Michigan. In Athens, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Athens, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 55.9 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Athens is 3.3h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. 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. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Athens, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Athens, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Athens, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph
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 (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Athens, MI
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Athens, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").
Average rainfall days in December
Athens, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Athens, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 1.18"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Athens, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Athens, MI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Athens, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Athens, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Athens, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Athens, MI
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).
