December weather forecast
Manistique, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Manistique, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 22.1°F (-5.5°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). During December, Manistique's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Manistique is 85%.

Rainfall

In Manistique, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Manistique, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.3 days and collects up to 22.52" (572mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Manistique are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Manistique, Michigan. Snow falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Manistique, in December, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: Navigating the 41.2°F (5.1°C) at 55.4°F (13°C) is no joy, and temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Manistique, Michigan, is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Manistique are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Manistique?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Manistique, is 29.3°F (-1.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Manistique?

The average relative humidity in December in Manistique, Michigan, is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Manistique?

In Manistique, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Manistique?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Manistique, Michigan. Snow falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Manistique in December?

In Manistique, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 16.4 days, with typically accumulated 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Manistique?

In Manistique, in December, the average water temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), 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 (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Manistique?

December has the shortest days of the year in Manistique, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Manistique is 8h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Manistique?

On the first day of December in Manistique, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Manistique?

The average sunshine duration in December in Manistique is 2.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Manistique?

In Manistique, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Manistique, MI

Average temperature in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (73°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Manistique, MI

Average pressure in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.02"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
Manistique, MI

Average wind speed in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Manistique, MI

Average humidity in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Manistique, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Manistique, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Manistique, MI

Average snowfall in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Manistique, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.6 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
Manistique, MI

Average sea temperature in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 41.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (34°F).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Manistique, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Manistique, MI

Average UV index in December - Manistique, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Manistique, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Manistique, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Manistique, MI

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

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

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