December weather forecastFarmington Hills, MI
December
Weather in December
December brings Farmington Hills to the heart of winter. Temperatures continue to plummet, and the cold air grips the city in full force. The festive season dominates the cityscape, with Christmas decorations and holiday lights adding a layer of warmth despite the chilling cold. Snow falls again, blanketing the hills and streets, turning the city into a winter wonderland. With the solstice marking the shortest day of the year, December encapsulates the true essence of winter in Farmington Hills.Temperature
The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). Nighttime, during December, brings an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C), a modest reduction from the day's peak.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
February and December are months with the least rain in Farmington Hills when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Farmington Hills are January through May, October through December. In Farmington Hills, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Farmington Hills, Michigan, there are 44.4 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Farmington Hills.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Farmington Hills, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.63").
Average rainfall days in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Farmington Hills, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Farmington Hills, 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).
