December weather forecastLake Leelanau, MI
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Lake Leelanau, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).Temperature
Lake Leelanau experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from 42.3°F (5.7°C) in November to a still icy 32.5°F (0.3°C). Lake Leelanau nights in December witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Lake Leelanau, in December, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lake Leelanau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lake Leelanau, in December, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Lake Leelanau, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.4 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December in Lake Leelanau, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 2.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average high temperature in December: 32.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average pressure in December: 30.03"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
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average wind speed in December: 15mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average rainfall in December: 1.14"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May, June and October (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average snowfall in December: 1.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days
The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average cloud cover in December: 80
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Lake Leelanau, MI
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (5mi).
