December weather forecast
Erie, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Erie, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Erie observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C). In Erie, the month of December records an average minimum temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Erie, Michigan, is 82%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7 days and accumulates 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Erie. In Erie, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Erie, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.7 days and aggregates up to 6.26" (159mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Erie is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Erie, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Erie?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Erie?

In Erie, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

What is the driest month in Erie?

The month with the least rainfall in Erie is December, when the rain falls for 7 days and typically collects 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Erie in December?

In December, in Erie, Michigan, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Erie?

In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Erie?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Erie, Michigan.

What is the average length of the day in December in Erie?

In Erie, the average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Erie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Erie, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Erie?

The average sunshine duration in December in Erie, Michigan, is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Erie?

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Erie, Michigan, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Erie?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Erie, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Erie, MI

Average temperature in December - Erie, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Erie, MI

Average pressure in December - Erie, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Erie, MI

Average wind speed in December - Erie, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Erie, MI

Average humidity in December - Erie, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Erie, MI

Average rainfall in December - Erie, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Erie, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Erie, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Erie, MI

Average snowfall in December - Erie, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Erie, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Erie, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Erie, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Erie, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Erie, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Erie, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Erie, MI

Average UV index in December - Erie, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Erie, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Erie, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Erie, MI

Average visibility in December - Erie, 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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