December weather forecastEast Lansing, MI
December
Weather in December
Closing the year, December in East Lansing is an epitome of Michigan's winter wonderland. A snowfall of 2.83" (72mm) makes it a principal month for winter festivities and holiday celebrations. The city's transition into winter is sealed with a significant temperature fall from November, coupled with reduced hours of daylight and sunshine. December spells out the tale of winter in glowing holiday lights, snowy vistas, and heartwarming indoor festivities. The month sets the stage for the continuation of the Michigan winter that is to follow in the New Year.Temperature
East Lansing's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C) in November to an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C). Nights in December cool down, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 24.8°F (-4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in East Lansing is 85%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 7.5 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in East Lansing. In East Lansing, in December, snow falls for 13.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in East Lansing, Michigan, there are 61.4 snowfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Lansing.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.
Sunshine
In East Lansing, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in East Lansing, Michigan. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 33.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.7°F).
Average pressure in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).
Average rainfall in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.91").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.26").
Average rainfall days in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 2.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
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 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
East Lansing, MI
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August, September and December (5mi).
