December weather forecastHoughton, MI
December
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Houghton, MI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
