December weather forecast
Cedar Lake, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Cedar Lake, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) to a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C). In December, Cedar Lake temperatures settle at a low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Cedar Lake, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.3" (33mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cedar Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 20.59" (523mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cedar Lake, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.86" (98mm) of snow. In Cedar Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.9 days and aggregates up to 17.95" (456mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cedar Lake.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Cedar Lake, is 32.4°F (0.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cedar Lake, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cedar Lake, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cedar Lake, the average day length in December is 9h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Lake have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cedar Lake, Michigan, is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average temperature in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average pressure in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.06"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
Cedar Lake, MI

Average wind speed in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average humidity in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average rainfall in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.86"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Lake, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average UV index in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Cedar Lake, MI

Average visibility in December - Cedar Lake, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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