December weather forecast
Clayton, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Clayton, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

Clayton's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Clayton's nighttime temperatures in December settle close to daytime highs at an average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In Clayton, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Clayton, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Clayton, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 6.38" (162mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of December, in Clayton, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Clayton is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Clayton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Clayton in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Clayton, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clayton?

In Clayton, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

What is the driest month in Clayton?

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 8.2 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Clayton in December?

In December, in Clayton, Michigan, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Clayton?

In Clayton, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 9.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clayton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Clayton, Michigan, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Clayton?

In Clayton, the average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Clayton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Clayton?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Clayton?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Clayton, Michigan.

What is the UV index reading in December in Clayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Clayton is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clayton, MI

Average temperature in December - Clayton, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clayton, MI

Average pressure in December - Clayton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Clayton, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clayton, MI

Average humidity in December - Clayton, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clayton, MI

Average rainfall in December - Clayton, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clayton, MI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clayton, MI

Average snowfall in December - Clayton, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clayton, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Clayton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Clayton, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clayton, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clayton, MI

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clayton, MI

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Clayton, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Clayton, MI

Average visibility in December - Clayton, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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