December weather forecast
Rudyard, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Rudyard, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and min 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Rudyard's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's icy 39°F (3.9°C) to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In December, Rudyard experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 19.8°F (-6.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rudyard is 88%.

Rainfall

In Rudyard, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rudyard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.8 days and collects up to 23.15" (588mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rudyard, in December, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 8.07" (205mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Rudyard, there are 89.8 snowfall days, and 40.39" (1026mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Rudyard, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Rudyard is 2.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rudyard, Michigan. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rudyard?

In Rudyard, in December, the average high-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 19.8°F (-6.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rudyard?

In Rudyard, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in Rudyard in December?

In Rudyard, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rudyard in December?

In Rudyard, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rudyard?

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

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

The average day length in December in Rudyard, Michigan, is 8h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rudyard?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rudyard have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rudyard is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rudyard?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rudyard?

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

Average temperature in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 28.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (72.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 19.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (9.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rudyard, MI

Average pressure in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"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
Rudyard, MI

Average wind speed in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rudyard, MI

Average humidity in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rudyard, MI

Average rainfall in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rudyard, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rudyard, MI

Average snowfall in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rudyard, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.1 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
Rudyard, MI

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rudyard, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Rudyard, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rudyard, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rudyard, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Rudyard, 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 35).

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Average visibility in December
Rudyard, MI

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

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

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