December weather forecast
Skidway Lake, MI

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Skidway Lake, Michigan, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°F (-4.8°C) and an average high of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Skidway Lake's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 42.8°F (6°C) to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C). Throughout December, Skidway Lake observes a steady low-temperature average of 23.4°F (-4.8°C), reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Skidway Lake, Michigan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.6 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Skidway Lake, in December, snow falls for 16.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.92" (125mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Skidway Lake, there are 83.2 snowfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Skidway Lake is 2.9h.

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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Skidway Lake in December?

In Skidway Lake, 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 23.4°F (-4.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Skidway Lake?

In Skidway Lake, Michigan, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Skidway Lake?

In Skidway Lake, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Skidway Lake?

In Skidway Lake, Michigan, during December, snow falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skidway Lake?

December has the shortest days of the year in Skidway Lake, Michigan, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Skidway Lake have in December?

In December, the average day length in Skidway Lake is 8h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Skidway Lake?

On the first day of December in Skidway Lake, Michigan, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:11 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skidway Lake have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Skidway Lake?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Skidway Lake?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Skidway Lake, MI

Average temperature in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average high temperature in December: 31.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Skidway Lake, MI

Average pressure in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average pressure in December: 30.05"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
Skidway Lake, MI

Average wind speed in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Skidway Lake, MI

Average humidity in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Skidway Lake, MI

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Skidway Lake, MI

Average rainfall days in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Skidway Lake, MI

Average snowfall in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.87").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Skidway Lake, MI

Average snowfall days in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Skidway Lake, MI

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Skidway Lake, MI

Average sunshine days in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Skidway Lake, MI

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, 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
Skidway Lake, MI

Average cloud cover in December - Skidway Lake, MI
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Skidway Lake, MI

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

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

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