December weather forecast
Southgate, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Southgate, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C). December's average low-temperature in Southgate is a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Southgate are February and December Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Southgate, in December, snow falls for 9 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Southgate, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Southgate is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Southgate, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Southgate, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Southgate is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Southgate in December?

In December, in Southgate, the average high-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Southgate?

In Southgate, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Southgate?

The months with the least rainfall in Southgate, Michigan, are February and December Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 0.55" (14mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Southgate in December?

In Southgate, Michigan, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Southgate?

In December, in Southgate, Michigan, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Southgate?

December has the shortest days of the year in Southgate, Michigan, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Southgate is 9h and 10min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Southgate?

On the first day of December in Southgate, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Southgate have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Southgate is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Southgate?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Southgate, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Southgate?

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

Average temperature in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Southgate, MI

Average pressure in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Southgate, MI

Average wind speed in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Southgate, MI

Average humidity in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Southgate, MI

Average rainfall in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Southgate, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Southgate, MI

Average snowfall in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Southgate, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 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
Southgate, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Southgate, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Southgate, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Southgate, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Southgate, MI

Average visibility in December - Southgate, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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