December weather forecast
Long Lake, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Long Lake, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

Temperature

Long Lake's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's chilly 42.8°F (6°C) to a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). During December, Long Lake's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

In Long Lake, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Long Lake, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Long Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.6 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Long Lake, in December, during 16.7 snowfall days, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Long Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.2 days and aggregates up to 25.87" (657mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Long Lake, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Long Lake, Michigan, 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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by 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 Long Lake?

Long Lake in December has an average high-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°F (-4.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Long Lake?

The average relative humidity in December in Long Lake is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Long Lake?

In Long Lake, Michigan, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Long Lake in December?

In Long Lake, Michigan, in December, during 16.7 snowfall days, 4.92" (125mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Long Lake?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Long Lake?

In December, the average day length in Long Lake is 8h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Long Lake?

On the first day of December in Long Lake, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Lake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Long Lake is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Long Lake?

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

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

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

Average temperature in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Long Lake, MI

Average pressure in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Long Lake, MI

Average wind speed in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Long Lake, MI

Average humidity in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Long Lake, MI

Average rainfall in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Long Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Long Lake, MI

Average snowfall in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Long Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Long Lake, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Long Lake, 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 5min

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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Long Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Long Lake, MI

Average UV index in December - Long Lake, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Long Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Long Lake, MI

Average visibility in December - Long Lake, MI
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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