December weather forecast
Brighton, MI

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Weather in December

December is fondly associated with winter festivities in Brighton, Michigan. Snowfall continues at 2.32" (59mm), painting a typical Midwestern winter scene imbued with a festive spirit. Relative humidity increases to 84% due to the cold weather, thickening the winter frost in the surroundings. The temperature continues to drop significantly, ensuring a white Christmas for the locals. Despite the shorter daylight hours, the holiday lights illuminate the city, keeping December warm and festive.

Temperature

December brings a drop in Brighton's average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C). An average temperature of 25°F (-3.9°C) is logged during the nights of December, a small step down from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 6.5 days and accumulates 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Brighton, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 17.05" (433mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Brighton, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Brighton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. 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 December in Brighton?

The high-temperature in Brighton, Michigan, during December is 33.6°F (0.9°C) and the low-temperature is 25°F (-3.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Brighton?

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

What is the driest month in Brighton?

The month with the least rainfall in Brighton is December, when the rain falls for 6.5 days and typically collects 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Brighton?

In December, in Brighton, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Brighton in December?

In Brighton, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Brighton?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Brighton.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Brighton?

On the first day of December in Brighton, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Brighton have in December?

In Brighton, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Brighton?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Brighton.

How high is the UV index in December in Brighton?

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

Average temperature in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Brighton, MI

Average pressure in December - Brighton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Brighton, MI

Average wind speed in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Brighton, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Brighton, MI

Average rainfall in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Brighton, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Brighton, MI

Average snowfall in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Brighton, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.1 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
Brighton, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brighton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Brighton, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Brighton, MI

Average UV index in December - Brighton, 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 and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Brighton, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Brighton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Brighton, MI

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

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

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