December weather forecast
Luzerne, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Luzerne, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.6°F (-5.8°C) and max 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C) in November to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C). Luzerne sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at a still subzero cold 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. 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 Luzerne, in December, during 21.5 snowfall days, 8.19" (208mm) of snow is typically accumulated. 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 7:54 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Luzerne experiences an average high-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Luzerne, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 21.5 days. Throughout December, 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Luzerne have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Luzerne have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Luzerne, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Luzerne, MI

Average temperature in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average pressure in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average wind speed in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average humidity in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average rainfall in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average snowfall in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average UV index in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Luzerne, 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
Luzerne, MI

Average visibility in December - Luzerne, 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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