December weather forecast
Gilead, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gilead, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Gilead logs an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Gilead, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.8 rainfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Gilead, Michigan, it is snowing for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gilead, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gilead, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gilead, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gilead is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gilead in December?

In Gilead, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gilead?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Gilead in December?

In Gilead, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gilead?

In Gilead, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 7.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gilead?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gilead, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Gilead is 9h and 12min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gilead?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gilead, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilead have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Gilead?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Gilead, Michigan, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gilead?

In Gilead, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gilead, MI

Average temperature in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gilead, MI

Average pressure in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gilead, MI

Average wind speed in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gilead, MI

Average humidity in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gilead, MI

Average rainfall in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.02").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and September (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gilead, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and May (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gilead, MI

Average snowfall in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gilead, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilead, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gilead, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gilead, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gilead, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Gilead, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Gilead, MI

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

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

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