Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C). Gladstone registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in December from its daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Gladstone is 84%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Gladstone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gladstone are January through April, October through December. In Gladstone, during December, snow falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.83" (148mm) of snow. In Gladstone, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.5 days and aggregates up to 28.46" (723mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In December, the average ocean temperature in Gladstone, Michigan, is 40.6°F (4.8°C).Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gladstone.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Gladstone, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.UV index
In Gladstone, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December in Gladstone?
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What is the ocean temperature in December in Gladstone?
What is the month with the shortest days in Gladstone?
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When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gladstone?
How long on average sun shines in December in Gladstone?
How high is the UV index in December in Gladstone?
Average temperature in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 28.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Gladstone, 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
Gladstone, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.69"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").
Average rainfall days in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 5.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average sea temperature in December: 40.6°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (67.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34.9°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).
- 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: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Gladstone, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Gladstone, 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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