December weather forecast
Empire, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Empire, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°F (-3°C) and max 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from 42.1°F (5.6°C) in November to a still cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). An average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of December in Empire, Michigan.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Empire, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Empire, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Empire, in December, snow falls for 17.2 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Empire, there are 79.9 snowfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Empire is 2.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Empire, Michigan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Empire in December?

In Empire, in December, the average high-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Empire?

The average relative humidity in December in Empire, Michigan, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Empire?

In Empire, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Empire?

In December, it is snowing for 17.2 days. Throughout December, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Empire?

December has the shortest days of the year in Empire, Michigan, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Empire have in December?

In Empire, Michigan, the average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Empire?

On the first day of December in Empire, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Empire have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Empire, Michigan, is 2.2h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Empire, Michigan.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Empire?

In Empire, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Empire, MI

Average temperature in December - Empire, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Empire, MI

Average pressure in December - Empire, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Empire, MI

Average wind speed in December - Empire, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Empire, MI

Average humidity in December - Empire, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Empire, MI

Average rainfall in December - Empire, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Empire, MI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Empire, MI

Average snowfall in December - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Empire, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Empire, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 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
Empire, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Empire, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Empire, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Empire, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Empire, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Empire, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Empire, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Empire, MI

Average visibility in December - Empire, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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