December weather forecast
Mecosta, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mecosta, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 42.8°F (6°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Mecosta's nocturnal December readings average at 23.2°F (-4.9°C), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mecosta is 87%.

Rainfall

In Mecosta, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.7 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Mecosta. In Mecosta, during December, snow falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.89" (175mm) of snow. In Mecosta, during the entire year, snow falls for 87.9 days and aggregates up to 32.56" (827mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mecosta.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Mecosta, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mecosta are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. 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 Mecosta in December?

In Mecosta, in December, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mecosta?

In Mecosta, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How much does it rain in Mecosta in December?

In Mecosta, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Mecosta?

In Mecosta, Michigan, in December, during 18.7 snowfall days, 6.89" (175mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mecosta?

The month with the shortest days in Mecosta is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mecosta have in December?

The average day length in December in Mecosta, Michigan, is 9h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mecosta?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mecosta have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mecosta?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mecosta?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mecosta, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mecosta, MI

Average temperature in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mecosta, MI

Average pressure in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Mecosta, MI

Average wind speed in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mecosta, MI

Average humidity in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mecosta, MI

Average rainfall in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mecosta, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mecosta, MI

Average snowfall in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mecosta, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.1 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
Mecosta, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mecosta, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mecosta, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mecosta, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Mecosta, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Mecosta, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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