December weather forecast
Northport, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Northport, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°F (0.3°C) and min 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a still cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). Northport experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Northport, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Northport, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Northport, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.4 snowfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.2h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Northport, is 32.5°F (0.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Northport, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Northport, in December, during 13.2 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northport?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Northport have in December?

In Northport, Michigan, the average day length in December is 8h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Northport have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Northport?

In Northport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northport, MI

Average temperature in December - Northport, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Northport, MI

Average pressure in December - Northport, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Northport, MI

Average wind speed in December - Northport, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 15mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Northport, MI

Average humidity in December - Northport, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Northport, MI

Average rainfall in December - Northport, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June and October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Northport, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Northport, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northport, MI

Average snowfall in December - Northport, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northport, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Northport, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northport, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northport, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Northport, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Northport, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Northport, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Northport, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Northport, MI

Average visibility in December - Northport, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).

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