December weather forecast
Ferndale, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ferndale, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and an average high of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

During Ferndale's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C). During December, Ferndale's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ferndale, during December, the rain falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ferndale, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ferndale are January through May, October through December. In December, in Ferndale, it is snowing for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ferndale, there are 53 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ferndale are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. 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 UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ferndale?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ferndale, is 35.1°F (1.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ferndale?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ferndale?

In December, in Ferndale, Michigan, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ferndale?

In Ferndale, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ferndale?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ferndale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ferndale, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ferndale?

In Ferndale, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Ferndale, Michigan, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Ferndale?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ferndale is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ferndale, MI

Average temperature in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°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 (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ferndale, MI

Average pressure in December - Ferndale, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ferndale, MI

Average wind speed in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ferndale, MI

Average humidity in December - Ferndale, 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 (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ferndale, MI

Average rainfall in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ferndale, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ferndale, MI

Average snowfall in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ferndale, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Ferndale, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ferndale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ferndale, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ferndale, MI

Average UV index in December - Ferndale, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ferndale, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Ferndale, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Ferndale, MI

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

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

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