December weather forecast
Laurium, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Laurium, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and an average low of 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Laurium's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C) in November to a freezing cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C). Throughout December, Laurium's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a still subzero cold 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Laurium, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Laurium, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.3 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.7 days and typically aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, in Laurium, Michigan, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Laurium, the average sunshine in December is 1.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Laurium are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Laurium?

The high-temperature, in December, in Laurium, records 27.7°F (-2.4°C), while the low-temperature is 21.4°F (-5.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Laurium?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Laurium in December?

In December, in Laurium, Michigan, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Laurium?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 20.7 days and typically aggregates up to 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Laurium in December?

In Laurium, Michigan, in December, snow falls for 20.7 days, with typically accumulated 7.8" (198mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Laurium?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Laurium?

In December, the average day length in Laurium, Michigan, is 8h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Laurium?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Laurium?

The average sunshine duration in December in Laurium is 1.8h.

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

January, February, 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 Laurium?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Laurium is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Laurium, MI

Average temperature in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 27.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurium, MI

Average pressure in December - Laurium, MI
  • 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
Laurium, MI

Average wind speed in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurium, MI

Average humidity in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurium, MI

Average rainfall in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurium, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurium, MI

Average snowfall in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (7.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurium, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (23 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurium, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurium, MI

Average UV index in December - Laurium, MI
  • 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
Laurium, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 86).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Laurium, MI

Average visibility in December - Laurium, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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