December weather forecast
Planter, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Planter, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.8°F (-4°C) and 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 24.8°F (-4°C). During the December nights, Planter's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In Planter, in December, during 3.2 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Planter, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.5 days and collects up to 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Planter. Snow falls for 21.5 days and accumulates 10.63" (270mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Planter is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Planter, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Planter, the average sunshine in December is 1.7h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Planter in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Planter, records 24.8°F (-4°C), while the low-temperature is 16.5°F (-8.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Planter?

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Planter?

In Planter, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Planter?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 10.63" (270mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Planter?

In Planter, Michigan, in December, during 21.5 snowfall days, 10.63" (270mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Planter?

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

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

In Planter, the average day length in December is 8h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Planter?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Planter, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:22 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Planter?

The average sunshine duration in December in Planter is 1.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Planter?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Planter?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Planter, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Planter, MI

Average temperature in December - Planter, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 24.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Planter, MI

Average pressure in December - Planter, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are February and March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Planter, MI

Average wind speed in December - Planter, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (7.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Planter, MI

Average humidity in December - Planter, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Planter, MI

Average rainfall in December - Planter, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Planter, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Planter, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Planter, MI

Average snowfall in December - Planter, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 10.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (10.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Planter, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Planter, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.3 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
Planter, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Planter, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Planter, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Planter, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Planter, MI

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Planter, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Planter, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Planter, MI

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

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

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