December weather forecast
Hessel, MI

Share

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hessel, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average low of 23°F (-5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 23°F (-5°C) is maintained in Hessel during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hessel, Michigan, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Hessel, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 131 rainfall days, and 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hessel, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. In Hessel, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow. In Hessel, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.6 days and aggregates up to 27.91" (709mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Hessel, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hessel in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hessel, is 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hessel?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hessel?

In Hessel, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hessel in December?

In Hessel, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hessel?

The month with the shortest days in Hessel is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hessel have in December?

In Hessel, Michigan, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hessel?

On the first day of December in Hessel, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hessel have in December?

In Hessel, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hessel?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hessel.

What is the UV index reading in December in Hessel?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hessel, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hessel, MI

Average temperature in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

[Resources]

Average pressure in December
Hessel, MI

Average pressure in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"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).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in December
Hessel, MI

Average wind speed in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7.6mph).

[Resources]

Average humidity in December
Hessel, MI

Average humidity in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in December
Hessel, MI

Average rainfall in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in December
Hessel, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in December
Hessel, MI

Average snowfall in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in December
Hessel, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hessel, 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: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in December
Hessel, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.1 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in December
Hessel, MI

Average UV index in December - Hessel, 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).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in December
Hessel, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 32).

[Resources]

Average visibility in December
Hessel, MI

Average visibility in December - Hessel, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

[Resources]

Hessel, Michigan, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location