December weather forecast
West Tappan, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Tappan, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C) to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). Night temperatures during December stabilize at an average of 26.2°F (-3.2°C), closely mirroring the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Tappan, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Tappan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138 days and collects up to 17.8" (452mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In West Tappan, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Tappan, Michigan, there are 55.4 snowfall days, and 10.55" (268mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Tappan is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in West Tappan, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Tappan. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Tappan in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in West Tappan, is 34.7°F (1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Tappan?

The average relative humidity in December in West Tappan is 82%.

How much does it rain in West Tappan in December?

In West Tappan, Michigan, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in West Tappan?

In West Tappan, in December, snow falls for 11.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Tappan?

The month with the shortest days in West Tappan is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Tappan have in December?

In December, the average day length in West Tappan is 9h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Tappan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Tappan, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:05 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Tappan?

In West Tappan, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Tappan?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Tappan?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Tappan, MI

Average temperature in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°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 (18.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Tappan, MI

Average pressure in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Tappan, MI

Average wind speed in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Tappan, MI

Average humidity in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Tappan, MI

Average rainfall in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Tappan, MI

Average rainfall days in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Tappan, MI

Average snowfall in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Tappan, MI

Average snowfall days in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 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
West Tappan, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Tappan, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Tappan, MI

Average sunshine days in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Tappan, MI

Average UV index in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Tappan, MI

Average cloud cover in December - West Tappan, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
West Tappan, MI

Average visibility in December - West Tappan, 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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