December weather forecast
Port Hope, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Port Hope, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C) to a cold 34°F (1.1°C). Nighttime temperatures in Port Hope during December report a consistent average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Port Hope, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 21.18" (538mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Port Hope, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Port Hope, during the entire year, snow falls for 51.1 days and aggregates up to 9.49" (241mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Port Hope, 34°F (1.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Port Hope, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Port Hope, during December, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Port Hope, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Port Hope is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Port Hope, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Port Hope, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Port Hope, MI

Average temperature in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (72°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Port Hope, MI

Average pressure in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Port Hope, MI

Average wind speed in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Port Hope, MI

Average humidity in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Hope, MI

Average rainfall in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Port Hope, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Hope, MI

Average snowfall in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Port Hope, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Hope, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Hope, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Hope, MI

Average UV index in December - Port Hope, 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
Port Hope, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Port Hope, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Port Hope, MI

Average visibility in December - Port Hope, 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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