December weather forecastGaylord, MI
December
Weather in December
December in Gaylord sees the full onset of the harsh Michigan winter. From fall’s vibrant colors to now blanketed under 9.49" (241mm) of snowfall, the city undergoes a dramatic transformation. The winter chill is palpable as temperatures reach an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C). The city transforms into a magical winter wonderland with twinkling holiday decorations. Despite the cold, December is a festive month celebrating the holiday season with fervor.Temperature
December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Gaylord's December nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).Humidity
In Gaylord, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.Rainfall
In Gaylord, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. In Gaylord, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.2 days and collects up to 26.42" (671mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gaylord, during December, snow falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 9.49" (241mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gaylord, there are 107.7 snowfall days, and 50.67" (1287mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 1.9h.UV index
January through March, November 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"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).
Average wind speed in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, April and December (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.57").
Average rainfall days in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 9.49"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (11.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 1h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).
Average UV index in December
Gaylord, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 82
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Gaylord, MI
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
