December weather forecastGilead, MI
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Gilead, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°F (1.5°C) and min 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Temperature
The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Gilead's nighttime temperature in December consistently rests at a subzero cold 25.7°F (-3.5°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Gilead, during December, the rain falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation. 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 Gilead, Michigan, in December, during 7.4 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 3.39" (86mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December, 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
In Gilead, the average sunshine in December 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gilead, MI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 24min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
