December weather forecast
Central Lake, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Central Lake, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) in November to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C). Throughout December, Central Lake reports a steady low-temperature average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In Central Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Central Lake, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Central Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.8 days and collects up to 24.02" (610mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Central Lake, during December, snow falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 85.7 snowfall days, and 29.37" (746mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Central Lake, the average sunshine in December is 2.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Central Lake, is 31.1°F (-0.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Central Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Central Lake, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.97" (50mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Central Lake in December?

In December, it is snowing for 17.7 days. Throughout December, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Central Lake have in December?

In Central Lake, the average day length in December is 8h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Central Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Central Lake, MI

Average temperature in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (73.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (58.8°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (17.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Central Lake, MI

Average pressure in December - Central Lake, 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
Central Lake, MI

Average wind speed in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Central Lake, MI

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Central Lake, MI

Average rainfall in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.97"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Central Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Central Lake, MI

Average snowfall in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Central Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central Lake, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Central Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Central Lake, MI

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Central Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Central Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Central Lake, MI

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

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

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