December weather forecastRichmond, MI
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Richmond, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°F (-3.2°C) and max 34.3°F (1.3°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). Richmond logs an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Richmond is 83%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Richmond is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically collects 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Richmond are January through May, October through December. In Richmond, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Richmond, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.9 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.UV index
January 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 radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Richmond, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 34.3°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 (28°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Richmond, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Richmond, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Richmond, MI
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Richmond, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.22").
Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Richmond, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 2.48"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richmond, MI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Richmond, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Richmond, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Richmond, 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).
