December weather forecast
Michigan City, MS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Michigan City, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a moderate 58.8°F (14.9°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). The temperature in Michigan City dips to an average of 37.8°F (3.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Michigan City, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Michigan City, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 40.71" (1034mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.9 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Michigan City, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

Michigan City in December has an average high-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Michigan City, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Michigan City, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.98" (101mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Michigan City?

In Michigan City, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Michigan City?

The average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Michigan City, MS

Average temperature in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Michigan City, MS

Average pressure in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Michigan City, MS

Average wind speed in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Michigan City, MS

Average humidity in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Michigan City, MS

Average rainfall in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Michigan City, MS

Average rainfall days in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Michigan City, MS

Average snowfall in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Michigan City, MS

Average snowfall days in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Michigan City, MS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Michigan City, MS

Average sunshine days in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Michigan City, MS

Average UV index in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Michigan City, MS

Average cloud cover in December - Michigan City, MS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Michigan City, MS

Average visibility in December - Michigan City, MS
  • 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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