December weather forecast
Lake Odessa, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Lake Odessa, Michigan, with an average temperature varying between 25°F (-3.9°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Lake Odessa sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 44.6°F (7°C) to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C). Lake Odessa notes an average temperature descent to a subzero cold 25°F (-3.9°C) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lake Odessa, in December, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lake Odessa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.3 days and collects up to 11.1" (282mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 48.8 snowfall days, and 6.69" (170mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January, 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Lake Odessa, 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 25°F (-3.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lake Odessa, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lake Odessa?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average temperature in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average pressure in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"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 Odessa, MI

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average humidity in December - Lake Odessa, 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 (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average rainfall in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average snowfall in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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 Odessa, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Odessa, MI

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

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Lake Odessa, MI

Average visibility in December - Lake Odessa, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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