December weather forecastBark River, MI

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bark River, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average high of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). Bark River's December nights witness minimal differential from the daytime temperatures, with averages of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Bark River, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.7 rainfall days, and 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bark River, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Bark River, there are 76.5 snowfall days, and 28.46" (723mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bark River, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

In Bark River, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

In December, in Bark River, it is snowing for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 5.83" (148mm) of snow is accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year in Bark River, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 8h and 45min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bark River is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average snowfall in December: 5.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sunshine in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 12min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Bark River, MI

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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