December weather forecast
Lansing, MN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lansing, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 26.6°F (-3°C) and min 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Temperature

In Lansing, stepping into December signifies a significant temperature decrement, moving down from November's icy 41°F (5°C) to a freezing cold 26.6°F (-3°C). Lansing, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 16.2°F (-8.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Lansing, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Lansing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.8 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lansing, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 51.8 snowfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lansing in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lansing during December are 26.6°F (-3°C) and 16.2°F (-8.8°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lansing, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lansing, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lansing?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lansing have in December?

In Lansing, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Lansing?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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
Lansing, MN

Average temperature in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 26.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 16.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lansing, MN

Average pressure in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lansing, MN

Average wind speed in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lansing, MN

Average humidity in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Lansing, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.67").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lansing, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lansing, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lansing, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lansing, MN

Average UV index in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lansing, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lansing, MN

Average visibility in December - Lansing, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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