December weather forecast
Dearborn Heights, MI

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Weather in December

Come December, winter is in full swing in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. The inhabitants have to brace for the dropping temperatures, with the average low reaching down to 26.8°F (-2.9°C). With snowfall totals at 0.24" (6mm), the city cloaked in a blanket of snow looks like a winter wonderland. Despite the intense cold, the festive mood for Christmas provides warmth in the hearts of residents. The wind picks up, creating flurries of snow that contribute to the picturesque winter scene.

Temperature

Dearborn Heights's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). Dearborn Heights's nights in December maintain a consistent average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Dearborn Heights is 81%.

Rainfall

In Dearborn Heights, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.4 rainfall days, and 6.93" (176mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Dearborn Heights, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 8.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, there are 40.6 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Dearborn Heights, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dearborn Heights is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Dearborn Heights, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dearborn Heights in December?

The high-temperature during December is 35.2°F (1.8°C) and the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dearborn Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Dearborn Heights in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dearborn Heights in December?

In Dearborn Heights, Michigan, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dearborn Heights?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dearborn Heights.

How many hours of daylight does Dearborn Heights have in December?

In Dearborn Heights, Michigan, the average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dearborn Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dearborn Heights, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dearborn Heights?

In Dearborn Heights, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dearborn Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dearborn Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dearborn Heights is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average temperature in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°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: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average pressure in December - Dearborn Heights, 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
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average wind speed in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average humidity in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average rainfall in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average snowfall in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dearborn Heights, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average UV index in December - Dearborn Heights, 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
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

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 28).

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Average visibility in December
Dearborn Heights, MI

Average visibility in December - Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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