December weather forecastIshpeming, MI
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Ishpeming, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and 18.3°F (-7.6°C).Temperature
A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) in November to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). Ishpeming's nocturnal average in December closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at 18.3°F (-7.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Ishpeming, in December, during 5.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ishpeming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 25.98" (660mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Ishpeming. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 23.1 days and accumulates 12.05" (306mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Ishpeming, the average sunshine in December is 2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 25.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (55.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 12.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (12.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 23.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (25.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 78
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Ishpeming, MI
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (4mi).
