December weather forecast
Lewiston, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Lewiston, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and an average high of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C) to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). During December, nights cool slightly to an average low of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In Lewiston, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Lewiston, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.1 rainfall days, and 23.39" (594mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lewiston, during December, snow falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 109.2 snowfall days, and 47.09" (1196mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lewiston are 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lewiston, in December, during 21.5 snowfall days, 8.19" (208mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe 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
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lewiston, MI

Average temperature in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (14.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Lewiston, MI

Average pressure in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.03"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lewiston, MI

Average wind speed in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lewiston, MI

Average humidity in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Lewiston, MI

Average rainfall in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Lewiston, MI

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lewiston, MI

Average snowfall in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.19"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lewiston, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (24.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lewiston, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lewiston, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lewiston, MI

Average UV index in December - Lewiston, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lewiston, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Lewiston, MI

Average visibility in December - Lewiston, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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