December weather forecast
Dearborn, MI

Share

Weather in December

December in Dearborn, Michigan, is characterized by the full force of winter. With temperatures barely reaching 35.2°F (1.8°C) and dipping as low as 27.5°F (-2.5°C), it comes as no surprise that December is known for its biting cold conditions. Snowfall increases considerably, and the wind speed and pressure are higher than in November, reinforcing the winter feel. As the year comes to a close, the short days and long cold nights of December remind residents to brace up for the chilly conditions of the new year.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in Dearborn during December, shifting from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C). In Dearborn, nights during December observe an average temperature decrease to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dearborn, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dearborn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.2 days and collects up to 17.56" (446mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dearborn are January through May, November and December. In Dearborn, in December, snow falls for 10.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.2 snowfall days, and 9.69" (246mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dearborn.
On the first day of December in Dearborn, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dearborn is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Dearborn is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dearborn in December?

During December, Dearborn experiences an average high-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dearborn?

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

How much does it rain in Dearborn in December?

In Dearborn, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Dearborn in December?

In Dearborn, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dearborn?

The month with the shortest days in Dearborn is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dearborn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dearborn, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dearborn?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dearborn?

In Dearborn, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Dearborn, MI

Average temperature in December - Dearborn, 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 (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Dearborn, MI

Average pressure in December - Dearborn, 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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Dearborn, MI

Average wind speed in December - Dearborn, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Dearborn, MI

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

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

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Dearborn, MI

Average rainfall in December - Dearborn, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.2").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.87").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Dearborn, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Dearborn, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Dearborn, MI

Average snowfall in December - Dearborn, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Dearborn, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Dearborn, 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).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dearborn, 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).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Dearborn, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Dearborn, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Dearborn, MI

Average UV index in December - Dearborn, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Dearborn, MI

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Dearborn, MI

Average visibility in December - Dearborn, 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).

[Resources]

Dearborn, Michigan, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location