December weather forecast
Leland, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Leland, Michigan, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C) to a still cold 32.5°F (0.3°C). The nights of December anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Leland is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Leland, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Leland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.5 days and collects up to 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Leland are January through May, October through December. In Leland, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow. In Leland, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.4 days and aggregates up to 9.96" (253mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Leland, in December, the average water temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).
Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, in Leland, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Leland, Michigan, is 2.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Leland. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Leland in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Leland, is 32.5°F (0.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Leland?

The average relative humidity in December in Leland, Michigan, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Leland?

In December, in Leland, Michigan, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Leland in December?

In Leland, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Leland?

In Leland, Michigan, the average seawater temperature in December is 40.8°F (4.9°C). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leland?

The month with the shortest days in Leland is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Leland have in December?

The average day length in December in Leland, Michigan, is 8h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Leland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Leland?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leland?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Leland?

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

Average temperature in December - Leland, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Leland, MI

Average pressure in December - Leland, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Leland, MI

Average wind speed in December - Leland, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Leland, MI

Average humidity in December - Leland, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Leland, MI

Average rainfall in December - Leland, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Leland, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Leland, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Leland, MI

Average snowfall in December - Leland, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Leland, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Leland, 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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Leland, MI

Average sea temperature in December - Leland, MI
  • Average sea temperature in December: 40.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (34.3°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leland, MI

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leland, MI
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Leland, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Leland, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Leland, MI

Average UV index in December - Leland, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Leland, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Leland, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Leland, MI

Average visibility in December - Leland, 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).

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