December weather forecastKingsford, MI
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Kingsford, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and min 17.6°F (-8°C).Temperature
The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 26.1°F (-3.3°C). Kingsford maintains an average of approximately 17.6°F (-8°C) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Kingsford, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kingsford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.3 days and collects up to 19.17" (487mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kingsford, in December, snow falls for 15.2 days, with typically accumulated 6.61" (168mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 86.5 snowfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:17 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Kingsford, Michigan, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
In Kingsford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 26.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 17.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.04"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 6.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.89").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Kingsford, 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
Kingsford, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Kingsford, MI
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, August, September and December (5mi).
