December weather forecast
Muskegon Heights, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Muskegon Heights, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C) from a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). A mild drop to an average of 28.4°F (-2°C) marks the nights during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Muskegon Heights is 82%.

Rainfall

In Muskegon Heights, in December, during 6.6 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, during December, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Muskegon Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.4 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Muskegon Heights is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Muskegon Heights, 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

The months with the lowest UV index in Muskegon Heights are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Muskegon Heights?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights?

In Muskegon Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Muskegon Heights?

In December, in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Muskegon Heights in December?

In December, 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 Muskegon Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year in Muskegon Heights, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, is 9h and 3min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Muskegon Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 Heights?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Muskegon Heights?

The months with the lowest UV index in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Muskegon Heights?

In Muskegon Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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 Heights, MI

Average temperature in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average pressure in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average wind speed in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average humidity in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average rainfall in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average snowfall in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Muskegon Heights, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Muskegon Heights, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average UV index in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Muskegon Heights, 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 Heights, MI

Average visibility in December - Muskegon Heights, 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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