Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to an icy 34.9°F (1.6°C). An average low-temperature of 26.4°F (-3.1°C), slightly less than the daytime peak, marks the month of December in Sterling Heights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Sterling Heights, Michigan, is 82%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 7.9 days and typically collects 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.7 snowfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Sterling Heights is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of December in Sterling Heights, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Sterling Heights is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in December in Sterling Heights?
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How many days does it rain in December in Sterling Heights?
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What is the month with the shortest days in Sterling Heights?
What is the average length of the day in December in Sterling Heights?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sterling Heights?
How long on average sun shines in December in Sterling Heights?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sterling Heights?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Sterling Heights?
Average temperature in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 34.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Sterling Heights, 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
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.3").
Average rainfall days in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 2.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.12").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
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 3min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Sterling Heights, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sterling Heights, 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 29).
Average visibility in December
Sterling Heights, 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).
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