December weather forecast
Muskegon, MI

An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan
An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Muskegon, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature drops from a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). In Muskegon, in December, the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Muskegon is 82%.

Rainfall

In Muskegon, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Muskegon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Muskegon are January through April, October through December. In December, in Muskegon, Michigan, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Muskegon, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 41°F (5°C).
Note: 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.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 2min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Muskegon, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Muskegon is 2.8h.

UV index

January 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transform into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Muskegon?

In December, in Muskegon, Michigan, the average high-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Muskegon?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Muskegon?

In December, in Muskegon, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in December is 41°F (5°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 Muskegon?

The month with the shortest days in Muskegon, Michigan, is December, with an average of 9h and 2min of daylight.

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

In Muskegon, the average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Muskegon?

On the first day of December in Muskegon, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Muskegon?

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

Average temperature in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.5°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (75.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Muskegon, MI

Average pressure in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Muskegon, MI

Average wind speed in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Muskegon, MI

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Muskegon, MI

Average rainfall in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (1.38").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

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Average rainfall days in December
Muskegon, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Muskegon, MI

Average snowfall in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Muskegon, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.6 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
Muskegon, MI

Average sea temperature in December - Muskegon, 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
Muskegon, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Muskegon, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Muskegon, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
Muskegon, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Muskegon, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Muskegon, MI

Average visibility in December - Muskegon, 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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