December weather forecast
Norton Shores, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Norton Shores, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°F (1.4°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C) in November to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C). December records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In Norton Shores, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Norton Shores, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Norton Shores, 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 Norton Shores. In Norton Shores, Michigan, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 60.4 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Norton Shores.
On the first day of December in Norton Shores, 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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Norton Shores in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Norton Shores, Michigan, during December are 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Norton Shores?

In Norton Shores, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Norton Shores in December?

In Norton Shores, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Norton Shores in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Norton Shores?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Norton Shores?

In Norton Shores, Michigan, the average day length in December is 9h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Norton Shores?

On the first day of December in Norton Shores, 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 many hours of sunshine does Norton Shores have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Norton Shores?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Norton Shores?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Norton Shores is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Norton Shores, MI

Average temperature in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average pressure in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average wind speed in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average humidity in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average rainfall in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average snowfall in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Norton Shores, 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Norton Shores, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Norton Shores, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 6min).

  • 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average UV index in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Norton Shores, 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
Norton Shores, MI

Average visibility in December - Norton Shores, 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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