December weather forecast
Lakeside, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lakeside, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°F (2.5°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Lakeside observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46°F (7.8°C) in November to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Lakeside records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of December, averaging a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Lakeside is 81%.

Rainfall

In Lakeside, Michigan, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Lakeside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lakeside are January through May, November and December. In Lakeside, in December, during 9.6 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lakeside, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lakeside, Michigan, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lakeside, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Lakeside, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lakeside?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Lakeside, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lakeside?

In Lakeside, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lakeside?

In Lakeside, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lakeside?

In Lakeside, during December, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lakeside?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lakeside, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lakeside have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lakeside?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lakeside?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lakeside is 3.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lakeside?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lakeside, Michigan, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Lakeside, MI

Average temperature in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lakeside, MI

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lakeside, MI

Average wind speed in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lakeside, MI

Average humidity in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Lakeside, MI

Average rainfall in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Lakeside, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lakeside, MI

Average snowfall in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lakeside, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lakeside, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lakeside, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Lakeside, MI

Average UV index in December - Lakeside, 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
Lakeside, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Lakeside, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Lakeside, MI

Average visibility in December - Lakeside, 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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