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Ann Arbor Weather in December

December in Ann Arbor brings low temperatures around 3°C (37°F) during the day, dropping to -5°C (23°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 76 mm (3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Ann Arbor in December

Expect around 14 days of snow/rain based on historical data, with 76 mm (3 in) average. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Ann Arbor in December

December in Ann Arbor brings typical temperatures with highs around 3°C (37°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F). The month of December belongs to the winter season. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. At -5°C (23°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. Expect freezing temperatures this month, so ensure you have plenty of warm clothing. It's important to be prepared.

Sunshine in Ann Arbor in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 85 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ann Arbor. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Ann Arbor Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 76 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 85 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Detroit, the United States of America (56 KM, 34 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Ann Arbor in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Ann Arbor in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Ann Arbor in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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