December weather forecast
Manistee, MI

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Weather in December

December sees the return of winter in full swing in Manistee, closing out the year with cold days and freezing nights. The decrease in temperature brings about a chilly atmosphere with an average high of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and a low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). Coupled with the notorious Michigan winds, the perceived temperature feels considerably colder. December sees a significant increase in snowfall from November, bringing a white Christmas for the residents. The twinkling lights of holiday decorations illuminate the snowy landscape, adding charm to the frosty December weather.

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's chilly 43°F (6.1°C) to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). Nighttime temperatures during December report a consistent average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Manistee, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Manistee, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.8 rainfall days, and 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Manistee, in December, snow falls for 15.1 days, with typically accumulated 4.72" (120mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.4 snowfall days, and 19.21" (488mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Manistee is 2.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Manistee, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Manistee, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Manistee, during December, snow falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Manistee have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 56min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Manistee?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Manistee, MI

Average pressure in December - Manistee, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Manistee, MI

Average wind speed in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 14mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9mph).

Average humidity in December
Manistee, MI

Average humidity in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Manistee, MI

Average rainfall in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Manistee, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manistee, MI

Average snowfall in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.72"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manistee, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manistee, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manistee, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Manistee, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Manistee, MI

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Manistee, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Manistee, 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 26).

Average visibility in December
Manistee, MI

Average visibility in December - Manistee, 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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