December weather forecast
Higgins Lake, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Higgins Lake, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's icy 41°F (5°C) to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C). December nights anticipate an average temperature of 22.1°F (-5.5°C), a modest decline from the daytime.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Higgins Lake, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.5 rainfall days, and 21.02" (534mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Higgins Lake, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 18.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.3" (160mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90.1 snowfall days, and 32.91" (836mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Higgins Lake are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Higgins Lake, records 30.2°F (-1°C), while the low-temperature is 22.1°F (-5.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Higgins Lake, during December, the rain falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Higgins Lake?

In December, in Higgins Lake, it is snowing for 18.6 days. Throughout December, 6.3" (160mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Higgins Lake?

The month with the shortest days in Higgins Lake is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 8h and 54min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Higgins Lake?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, in Higgins Lake, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Higgins Lake?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average temperature in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30.2°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 (24.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average pressure in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Higgins Lake, MI

Average wind speed in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average humidity in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average rainfall in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average snowfall in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.6 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
Higgins Lake, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average UV index in December - Higgins 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Higgins Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Higgins Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Higgins Lake, MI

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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