December weather forecastCarleton, MI
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Carleton, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).Temperature
In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C). Carleton notes an average temperature descent to a subzero cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carleton, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.8 snowfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Carleton is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Carleton, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 35.8°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 (29.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Carleton, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Carleton, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 10mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Carleton, MI
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Carleton, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").
Average rainfall days in December
Carleton, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Carleton, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Carleton, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carleton, 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 30min
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 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Carleton, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Carleton, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Carleton, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Carleton, 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).
