Detroit (MI)
December
Weather in Detroit, Michigan for December 2026
Your guide to Detroit weather in December - trends and predictions
The climate of Detroit in December is quite snowy, averaging 12 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Detroit at the beginning of December is 3.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 3.7 °C by the end of December.
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10
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12
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20 km/h
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76 %
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Detroit Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Detroit
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December weather in Detroit day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Patchy rain possible | 3° /-2° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Overcast | 5° /0° | 3.1 mm | 1.9 cm | |
| Dec. 3 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 2.6 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Overcast | 4° /-1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Overcast | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 5.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Overcast | 6° /0° | 5.5 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Partly cloudy | 4° /-2° | 3.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Sunny | 4° /-2° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Partly cloudy | 3° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Partly cloudy | 4° /-1° | 7.6 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Patchy rain possible | 6° /0° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 |  Light freezing rain | 3° /0° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 9.3 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Light freezing rain | 4° /-2° | 4.2 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 3° /-3° | 1.4 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 25 |  Mist | 2° /-2° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Overcast | 2° /-2° | 2.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Overcast | 3° /-1° | 2.1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Overcast | 5° /1° | 5.8 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Overcast | 7° /0° | 28.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Overcast | 4° /0° | 4.4 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Overcast | 3° /-2° | 6.4 mm | 1.4 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Detroit in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Detroit forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Detroit in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Detroit during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Detroit during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 109.4 mm is expected in Detroit during December, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Detroit in December 2026?
Detroit experiences an average snowfall of 10.49 cm during December, occurring over 12 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Detroit during December?
The average wind speed in Detroit during December is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Detroit snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Detroit sees 12 snowy days during December, with approximately 10.5 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Detroit
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Typically, Detroit has 9 rainy days in December with a total of 109.4 mm of rainfall.
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