December weather forecast
Canton, MI

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Weather in December

The last chapter of the year, December, immerses Canton, Michigan, in the heart of winter with temperatures plummeting, registering an average high and low of 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 26.2°F (-3.2°C), respectively. Streets beautifully decked out for the holidays enhance the charm of the snowy city. Despite the cold and relatively high snowfall, the city sparkles in holiday cheer. Ice-skating rinks and festive markets spring up, inviting residents to celebrate the holiday season. As snow gently coats the city, families huddle indoors, roasting marshmallows in fireplaces, and jubilantly wrapping up the year.

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). Canton's nights throughout December are marked by an average low temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Canton, Michigan, is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Canton, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.3 days and aggregates up to 10" (254mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Canton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Canton is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Canton is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Canton in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Canton, is 34.9°F (1.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Canton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Canton, Michigan, is 82%.

What is the driest month in Canton?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Canton, Michigan. Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Canton?

In Canton, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Canton?

In Canton, Michigan, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Canton, Michigan, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in December?

In Canton, Michigan, the average day length in December is 9h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Canton?

On the first day of December in Canton, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Canton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Canton, Michigan, is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Canton?

The month with the lowest UV index in Canton is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Canton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Canton, MI

Average temperature in December - Canton, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Canton, MI

Average pressure in December - Canton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Canton, MI

Average wind speed in December - Canton, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Canton, MI

Average humidity in December - Canton, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Canton, MI

Average rainfall in December - Canton, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Canton, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Canton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Canton, MI

Average snowfall in December - Canton, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Canton, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Canton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Canton, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canton, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Canton, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Canton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Canton, MI

Average UV index in December - Canton, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Canton, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Canton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Canton, MI

Average visibility in December - Canton, 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).

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