December weather forecast
Macomb, MI

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Weather in December

The weather in December marks the full onset of winter in Macomb, with snowfall reaching an average of 1.81" (46mm). The familiar landscape of the city is thrown into a soft focus as a white blanket covers the ground. Holiday decorations light up the snowy cityscape, inducing a warm and festive atmosphere. Despite the short days and long, frosty nights, the city brims with holiday cheer and vibrant celebrations that embody the spirit of the season. Amidst the dropping temperatures and increasing snowfall, the city bids farewell to another yearly cycle of weather changes.

Temperature

Onset of December in Macomb, Michigan, comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Throughout December nights, Macomb records a consistent low-temperature averaging a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Macomb, Michigan, is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Macomb, Michigan, are January through May, October through December. In Macomb, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.81" (46mm) of snow. In Macomb, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.5 days and aggregates up to 12.72" (323mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Macomb in December?

In Macomb, 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Macomb?

In Macomb, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month in Macomb?

The month with the least rainfall in Macomb, Michigan, is December, when the rain falls for 7.3 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Macomb in December?

In Macomb, Michigan, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Macomb?

In Macomb, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Macomb?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Macomb?

On the first day of December in Macomb, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Macomb have in December?

In Macomb, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Macomb?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Macomb is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Macomb, MI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Macomb, MI

Average pressure in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Macomb, MI

Average wind speed in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Macomb, MI

Average humidity in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July, August, September and October (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Macomb, MI

Average rainfall in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Macomb, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Macomb, MI

Average snowfall in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Macomb, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Macomb, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Macomb, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Macomb, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Macomb, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Macomb, MI

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

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

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