December weather forecast
Ishpeming, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Ishpeming, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.3°F (-7.6°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Ishpeming observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 37.2°F (2.9°C) to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C). During the month of December, Ishpeming identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Ishpeming, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. In Ishpeming, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 25.98" (660mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Ishpeming, Michigan, is December, when snow falls for 23.1 days and typically aggregates up to 12.05" (306mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ishpeming.
On the first day of December in Ishpeming, 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, Michigan, the average sunshine in December is 2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ishpeming. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ishpeming?

In December, in Ishpeming, the average high-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 18.3°F (-7.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ishpeming?

In Ishpeming, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ishpeming?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Ishpeming?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Ishpeming, Michigan. Snow falls for 23.1 days and accumulates 12.05" (306mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Ishpeming in December?

In Ishpeming, Michigan, in December, during 23.1 snowfall days, 12.05" (306mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ishpeming?

The month with the shortest days in Ishpeming is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ishpeming?

In Ishpeming, the average day length in December is 8h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ishpeming?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ishpeming, sunrise is at 8:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ishpeming?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ishpeming is 2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ishpeming?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ishpeming.

What is the UV index reading in December in Ishpeming?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average pressure in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average humidity in December
Ishpeming, MI

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ishpeming, MI

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Ishpeming, MI

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ishpeming, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ishpeming, 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 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average UV index in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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Average visibility in December
Ishpeming, MI

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).

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