Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 41°F (5°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C). Throughout the nights in December, Houghton Lake Heights notes an average low of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), a small dip from the daytime peak.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Houghton Lake Heights, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Houghton Lake Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Houghton Lake Heights, in December, during 18.6 snowfall days, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Houghton Lake Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.1 days and aggregates up to 32.91" (836mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 2.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Average temperature in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 30.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°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 July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.46"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").
Average rainfall days in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 6.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 75
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Houghton Lake Heights, MI
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
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