December weather forecast
Munising, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Munising, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°F (-5°C) and max 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's icy 39.4°F (4.1°C) to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Munising sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at 23°F (-5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Munising is 84%.

Rainfall

In Munising, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.5 rainfall days, and 21.89" (556mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Munising, Michigan. Snow falls for 18.4 days and accumulates 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Munising, the average seawater temperature in December is 39.9°F (4.4°C).
Note: While swimming, this scenario is perilously cold, dangerous, and potentially fatal. Hypothermia is almost imminent without proper insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Munising, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Munising, the average sunshine in December is 2.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Munising in December?

During December, Munising experiences an average high-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and a low-temperature of 23°F (-5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Munising?

In Munising, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Munising in December?

In Munising, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Munising?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18.4 days and typically aggregates up to 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Munising?

In Munising, in December, snow falls for 18.4 days, with typically accumulated 6.14" (156mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Munising?

In Munising, the average seawater temperature in December is 39.9°F (4.4°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the month with the shortest days in Munising?

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

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

The average day length in December in Munising, Michigan, is 8h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Munising?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Munising have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Munising, Michigan, is 2.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Munising?

In Munising, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Munising, MI

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (16.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Munising, MI

Average pressure in December - Munising, 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
Munising, MI

Average wind speed in December - Munising, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Munising, MI

Average humidity in December - Munising, 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 (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Munising, MI

Average rainfall in December - Munising, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Munising, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Munising, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Munising, MI

Average snowfall in December - Munising, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.14").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Munising, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Munising, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.8 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
Munising, MI

Average sea temperature in December - Munising, MI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 40°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (64.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (33.8°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Munising, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Munising, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Munising, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Munising, MI

Average UV index in December - Munising, 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
Munising, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Munising, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Munising, MI

Average visibility in December - Munising, 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).

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