Traverse City (MI)
December
Weather in Traverse City, Michigan for December 2025
Your guide to Traverse City weather in December - trends and predictions
Traverse City typically experiences moderate snowfall in December, with an average of 10 snowy days.
According to Traverse City snow forecast for December 2025, 11 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Sunday, December 14.Until now, December 2025 in Traverse City is slightly cooler than the historical average by -0.9 °F.
The forecast for the next days in Traverse City predicts temperatures to be around -1 °F, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Traverse City at the beginning of December is -0.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 0 °F by the end of December.
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10
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22 km/h
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86 %
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Traverse City Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Traverse City
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December weather in Traverse City day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 0° /-3° | 9.3 mm | 6.7 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Moderate snow | 0° /-2° | 4.9 mm | 3.5 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Overcast | 0° /-3° | 1.5 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | -3° /-6° | 0.8 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-6° | 8.1 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Overcast | -1° /-5° | 5.2 mm | 3.7 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Moderate snow | 1° /-4° | 5.2 mm | 3.7 cm | |
| Dec. 8 |  Fog | -1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 | Fog | 1° /-3° | 4.4 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Mist | 1° /-3° | 17.3 mm | 12.5 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -1° /-4° | 2.9 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| Dec. 12 |  Heavy snow | -2° /-8° | 23 mm | 16.6 cm | |
| Dec. 13 |  Partly cloudy | -5° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -4° /-14° | 3.2 mm | 2 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | -5° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 |  Cloudy | 0° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 |  Light snow | 3° /-9° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Light snow | 4° /-6° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 |  Light freezing rain | -5° /-6° | 0.5 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Heavy snow | 2° /-5° | 1.9 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | -5° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Partly cloudy | 0° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 |  Blowing snow | 3° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-5° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-7° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Overcast | -2° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Overcast | -4° /-6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 |  Moderate rain at times | 5° /2° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Fog | 2° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Fog | 1° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Mist | 1° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Traverse City in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Traverse City forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Traverse City in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Traverse City during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 0° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Traverse City during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 122.7 mm is expected in Traverse City during December, occurring over more than 2 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Traverse City in December 2025?
Traverse City experiences an average snowfall of 72.87 cm during December, occurring over 10 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Traverse City during December?
The average wind speed in Traverse City during December is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Traverse City snow forecast December 2025
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On average, Traverse City sees 10 snowy days during December, with approximately 72.9 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Traverse City
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Typically, Traverse City has 2 rainy days in December with a total of 122.7 mm of rainfall.
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