December weather forecast
Lake City, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lake City, Michigan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C) in November to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). During December, nights in Lake City cool slightly to an average low of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lake City, Michigan, is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lake City, there are 139.4 rainfall days, and 25.16" (639mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lake City, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 20.9 days, with typically accumulated 8.54" (217mm) of snow. In Lake City, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.2 days and aggregates up to 43.94" (1116mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lake City, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lake City?

December temperatures in Lake City vary between a high-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) and a low-temperature of 22.3°F (-5.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake City?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lake City?

In Lake City, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In December, it is snowing for 20.9 days. Throughout December, 8.54" (217mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lake City, Michigan.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lake City?

In December, the average day length in Lake City, Michigan, is 8h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lake City?

On the first day of December in Lake City, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lake City?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lake City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lake City?

In Lake City, Michigan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lake City, MI

Average temperature in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.3°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 (14.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake City, MI

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

Average wind speed in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake City, MI

Average humidity in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake City, MI

Average rainfall in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake City, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake City, MI

Average snowfall in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake City, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake City, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake City, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake City, MI

Average UV index in December - Lake City, 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
Lake City, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Lake City, MI

Average visibility in December - Lake City, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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