December weather forecast
Turtle, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Turtle, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 42.8°F (6°C) to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). During the December nights, Turtle's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Turtle, Michigan, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Turtle, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Turtle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.6 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, in Turtle, Michigan, it is snowing for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Turtle, Michigan, there are 83.2 snowfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Turtle is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Turtle, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Turtle, Michigan, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Turtle?

During December, Turtle experiences an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and a low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Turtle?

In Turtle, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Turtle?

In Turtle, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Turtle?

In Turtle, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 16.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Turtle?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Turtle, Michigan.

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

In December, the average day length in Turtle, Michigan, is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Turtle?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Turtle, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Turtle have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Turtle?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Turtle?

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

Average temperature in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°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 (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Turtle, MI

Average pressure in December - Turtle, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Turtle, MI

Average wind speed in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Turtle, MI

Average humidity in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Turtle, MI

Average rainfall in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Turtle, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Turtle, MI

Average snowfall in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Turtle, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 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
Turtle, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Turtle, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Turtle, MI

Average UV index in December - Turtle, 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
Turtle, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Turtle, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Turtle, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, September and December (5mi).

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