December weather forecast
Muskegon, MI

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An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan
An aerial panorama of the scenic Muskegon Town in Michigan

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.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Muskegon in December?

The high-temperature in Muskegon during December is 34.5°F (1.4°C) and the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Muskegon?

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

How much does it rain in Muskegon in December?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, Michigan, in December, during 13.7 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the ocean temperature in December in Muskegon?

In Muskegon, Michigan, in December, the average water temperature is 41°F (5°C). At temperatures below 50°F (10°C), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 55.4°F (13°C) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Muskegon?

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

How many hours of daylight does Muskegon have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Muskegon?

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?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Muskegon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Muskegon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Muskegon is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Muskegon, MI

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / 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 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, MI

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 - 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 - 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 - 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).

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