December weather forecast
Madison Heights, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Madison Heights, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°F (-3.1°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C). During the month of December, Madison Heights's average nighttime temperature closely mirrors its daytime counterpart, at a freezing cold 26.4°F (-3.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Madison Heights is 81%.

Rainfall

In Madison Heights, in December, during 8.4 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 147.7 rainfall days, and 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Madison Heights are January through May, October through December. In Madison Heights, in December, snow falls for 11.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 53 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Madison Heights, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Madison Heights is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Madison Heights in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and a low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Madison Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity in Madison Heights is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Madison Heights?

In December, in Madison Heights, Michigan, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Madison Heights?

In Madison Heights, Michigan, in December, during 11.9 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Madison Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year in Madison Heights, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Madison Heights?

In December, the average day length in Madison Heights, Michigan, is 9h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Madison Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Madison Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Madison Heights?

The months with the lowest UV index in Madison Heights, Michigan, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Madison Heights?

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

Average temperature in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average pressure in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"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
Madison Heights, MI

Average wind speed in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average humidity in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average rainfall in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

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

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Average rainfall days in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average snowfall in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 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
Madison Heights, MI

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

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average UV index in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Madison Heights, MI

Average visibility in December - Madison Heights, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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