December weather forecast
Gardendale, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gardendale, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.3°F (1.3°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 45°F (7.2°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Gardendale sustains an average of approximately a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Gardendale, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gardendale, there are 45.3 snowfall days, and 7.95" (202mm) 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 December in Gardendale, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gardendale is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Gardendale, Michigan. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gardendale?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Gardendale, is 34.3°F (1.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gardendale?

In Gardendale, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month in Gardendale?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Gardendale. Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Gardendale in December?

In Gardendale, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gardendale in December?

In Gardendale, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gardendale?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gardendale?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gardendale have in December?

In Gardendale, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gardendale?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gardendale?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gardendale is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gardendale, MI

Average temperature in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gardendale, MI

Average pressure in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gardendale, MI

Average wind speed in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gardendale, MI

Average humidity in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gardendale, MI

Average rainfall in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gardendale, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gardendale, MI

Average snowfall in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gardendale, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.2 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
Gardendale, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gardendale, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gardendale, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Gardendale, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gardendale, MI

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (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
Gardendale, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Gardendale, 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 30).

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Average visibility in December
Gardendale, MI

Average visibility in December - Gardendale, 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).

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