December weather forecast
L'Anse, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in L'Anse, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 18.9°F (-7.3°C) and an average high of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

L'Anse's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cold 37°F (2.8°C) to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C). During the nights of December, the average low-temperature holds at 18.9°F (-7.3°C).

Humidity

In L'Anse, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In L'Anse, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 127 rainfall days, and 21.38" (543mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In L'Anse, in December, during 22.6 snowfall days, 9.09" (231mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in L'Anse, there are 116.3 snowfall days, and 51.26" (1302mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In L'Anse, Michigan, in December, the average water temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).
Note: Regarding swimming, this is extremely cold, hazardous, and can lead to death. Hypothermia sets in rapidly without the protection of insulating waterproof gear.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 1.9h.

UV index

January, February, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 18.9°F (-7.3°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In L'Anse, in December, during 5.9 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 22.6 days. Throughout December, 9.09" (231mm) of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December?

In L'Anse, in December, the average water temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does L'Anse have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does L'Anse have in December?

In L'Anse, Michigan, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.

What is the month 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
L'Anse, MI

Average temperature in December - L
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (74.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 18.9°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (55.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12°F).

Average pressure in December
L'Anse, MI

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  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
L'Anse, MI

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  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
L'Anse, MI

Average humidity in December - L
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
L'Anse, MI

Average rainfall in December - L
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
L'Anse, MI

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  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
L'Anse, MI

Average snowfall in December - L
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
L'Anse, MI

Average snowfall days in December - L
  • Average snowfall days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (25.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
L'Anse, MI

Average sea temperature in December - L
  • Average sea temperature in December: 39.6°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (33.5°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
L'Anse, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - L
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
L'Anse, MI

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  • Average sunshine days in December: 6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and February (5.2 days).

Average UV index in December
L'Anse, MI

Average UV index in December - L
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are 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
L'Anse, MI

Average cloud cover in December - L
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
L'Anse, MI

Average visibility in December - L
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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