December weather forecast
Ludington, MI

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A big field with grass and sand next to the tall and colorful Sable Point Lighthouse in the scenic Ludington State Park, Michigan
A big field with grass and sand next to the tall and colorful Sable Point Lighthouse in the scenic Ludington State Park, Michigan

Weather in December

December in Ludington, Michigan denotes the full-fledged arrival of winter. The city becomes a winter wonderland, adorned in a blanket of fresh snow. Chilly temperatures and serene snowfall create an atmosphere befitting of the holiday season. From the weather's point of view, tangible shifts are noted such as snowfall of 0.71" over 10.6 days and relative humidity peaking back at 82%. As December draws to a close, Ludington, wrapped in a blanket of snow, eagerly anticipates the dawn of a fresh new year.

Temperature

In Ludington, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's chilly 43.5°F to a wintry 33.4°F. Ludington records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of December, averaging a freezing cold 27.7°F.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ludington, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.51" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ludington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.6 days and collects up to 8.58" of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ludington, in December, snow falls for 10.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" of snow. In Ludington, Michigan, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 4.45" of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 41°F.
Note: Immersing oneself in 41°F at sub14°F temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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FAQ

How cold is it in Ludington in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ludington, is 33.4°F, while the low-temperature averages to 27.7°F.

What is the average humidity in December in Ludington?

The average relative humidity in December in Ludington, Michigan, is 82%.

How much does it rain in Ludington in December?

In Ludington, in December, during 3.7 rainfall days, 0.51" of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ludington in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 0.71" of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Ludington?

In Ludington, Michigan, in December, the average water temperature is 41°F. At temperatures below 50°F, swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ludington?

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ludington.

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

In Ludington, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ludington?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ludington?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ludington, Michigan, is 2.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ludington?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ludington, Michigan.

How high is the UV index in December in Ludington?

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

Average temperature in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ludington, MI

Average pressure in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ludington, MI

Average wind speed in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ludington, MI

Average humidity in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ludington, MI

Average rainfall in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ludington, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ludington, MI

Average snowfall in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ludington, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Ludington, MI

Average sea temperature in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 41°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (70°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (37°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ludington, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (15.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ludington, MI

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ludington, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 81).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Ludington, MI

Average visibility in December - Ludington, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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