December weather forecastMuskegon, MI
December
Weather in December
December wraps up the year with full winter force in Muskegon, Michigan. A significant drop in temperature from November marks a clear transition into harsher winter months ahead. Accompanying snowfall registers 1.26" (32mm), second only to the record seen in February. Daylight hours, as well as sunshine duration, reach their annual low as winter takes a firm grip. While the chill deepens, the holiday cheer warms the hearts of the city's dwellers and brings a festive mood to the wintry landscape.Temperature
During the transition into December, Muskegon observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). An average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is witnessed throughout the month of December in Muskegon, a mere drop from the daytime peak.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Muskegon is 82%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Muskegon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.4 days and collects up to 11.42" (290mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Muskegon. In December, in Muskegon, 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 Muskegon, the average seawater temperature in December is 41°F (5°C).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 41°F (5°C) even if temperatures dip below 50°F (10°C); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 55.4°F (13°C) is distressing.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Muskegon, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Muskegon, 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.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
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).
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 48min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
