December weather forecast
Houghton, MI

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Weather in December

December sees Houghton, Michigan, fully cloaked in winter, with cold temperatures, heavy snowfall, and minimal daylight dominating the city's weather scene. The thick layers of snow and short, chilly days vastly differentiate December from November. Though December marks the end of the year, it heralds the beginning of the peak winter season. Compared to January's weather, December presents similar winter conditions, signifying the cyclical nature of weather patterns in the city. Proper winter gear is necessary at this time for braving the chill of December days.

Temperature

During Houghton's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a wintry 38.3°F (3.5°C) in November to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C). Houghton welcomes an average low temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in December, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Houghton, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Houghton, there are 123.4 rainfall days, and 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Houghton are January through May, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Houghton.
On the first day of December in Houghton, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Houghton, Michigan, the average sunshine in December is 1.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Houghton?

December temperatures in Houghton, Michigan, vary between a high-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Houghton?

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

How much does it rain in Houghton in December?

In Houghton, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Houghton?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 20.9 days and accumulates 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Houghton?

In Houghton, during December, snow falls for 20.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.87" (200mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Houghton?

The month with the shortest days in Houghton is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Houghton, Michigan, is 8h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Houghton?

On the first day of December in Houghton, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Houghton have in December?

In Houghton, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Houghton?

In Houghton, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Houghton, MI

Average temperature in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 28°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (70.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.6°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (15.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Houghton, MI

Average pressure in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Houghton, MI

Average wind speed in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Houghton, MI

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Houghton, MI

Average rainfall in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Houghton, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Houghton, MI

Average snowfall in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.87"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Houghton, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23.4 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
Houghton, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Houghton, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Houghton, MI

Average UV index in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Houghton, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Houghton, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Houghton, MI

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

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

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