December weather forecast
South Gull Lake, MI

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Gull Lake, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°F (-3.6°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). In South Gull Lake, the average nighttime temperature during December is a subzero cold 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

February, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In South Gull Lake, during December, snow falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In South Gull Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.8 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Gull Lake, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. 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. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 25.5°F (-3.6°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are February, November and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.42" (36mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In South Gull Lake, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does South Gull Lake have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 8min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.6°F).

Average pressure in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average pressure in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are March and November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average wind speed in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average humidity in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in December
South Gull Lake, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, November and December (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average snowfall in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average UV index in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
South Gull Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in December - South Gull Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
South Gull Lake, MI

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

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

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