December weather forecast
Franklin, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Franklin, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C) in November to an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C). Night temperatures during December experience a slight downturn, averaging a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain in Franklin when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Franklin are January through May, October through December. In December, in Franklin, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Franklin, there are 44.4 snowfall days, and 7.8" (198mm) 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 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Franklin, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Franklin are January and 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Franklin?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Franklin, is 34.5°F (1.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

What is the driest month in Franklin?

February and December are months with the least rain in Franklin, Michigan, when the rain falls for 6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Franklin in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

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

How many hours of daylight does Franklin have in December?

In December, the average day length in Franklin, Michigan, is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Franklin?

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, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Franklin, Michigan, is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Franklin?

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

Average temperature in December - Franklin, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Franklin, MI

Average pressure in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, MI

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Franklin, MI

Average humidity in December - Franklin, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franklin, MI

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Franklin, MI

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Franklin, MI

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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
Franklin, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Franklin, MI

Average visibility in December - Franklin, 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).

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