December weather forecastSanford, MI
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Sanford, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°F (0.5°C) and min 24.4°F (-4.2°C).Temperature
Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C) in November to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C). Sanford in December observes a slight diminution in temperature from daily highs, recording a low-temperature average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).Humidity
In Sanford, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In Sanford, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. In Sanford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 104.3 days and collects up to 8.98" (228mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Sanford, Michigan. In Sanford, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Sanford, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.8 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Sanford is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Sanford, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Sanford, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sanford, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Sanford, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.05"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).
Average wind speed in December
Sanford, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Sanford, MI
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Sanford, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.34").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Sanford, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sanford, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 1.06"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sanford, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sanford, 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: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sanford, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Sanford, 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, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sanford, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Sanford, MI
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
