Lake Michigan (MI)
December
Weather in Lake Michigan, Michigan for December 2026
Your guide to Lake Michigan weather in December - trends and predictions
Expect heavy snowfall in Lake Michigan during December, with an average of 17 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in Lake Michigan at the beginning of December is 0.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 2.1 °C by the end of December.
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6
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17
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1°/-2°
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34 km/h
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85 %
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Lake Michigan Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Lake Michigan
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December weather in Lake Michigan day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Light freezing rain | 1° /-2° | 1.6 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| Dec. 2 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-1° | 9.1 mm | 5.2 cm | |
| Dec. 3 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-1° | 8.9 mm | 4.2 cm | |
| Dec. 4 |  Patchy moderate snow | 0° /-4° | 2.2 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 5 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-4° | 5.6 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-3° | 6.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 |  Overcast | 3° /-2° | 3.5 mm | 2.6 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0.9 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| Dec. 9 |  Patchy rain possible | 4° /0° | 5.7 mm | 1 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Patchy moderate snow | 3° /-1° | 18.1 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 11 | Patchy moderate snow | -1° /-4° | 2.8 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-7° | 2.8 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-9° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 14 |  Cloudy | -2° /-9° | 0.4 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | 1° /-2° | 1.1 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 16 |  Heavy rain at times | 3° /-1° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Overcast | 3° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Light freezing rain | 3° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Patchy moderate snow | -1° /-4° | 5.8 mm | 1.6 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Light freezing rain | 1° /-3° | 5.9 mm | 3 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Light freezing rain | -2° /-6° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Cloudy | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Heavy rain at times | 2° /0° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 24 | Overcast | 2° /0° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 25 | Overcast | 1° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Patchy rain possible | 2° /-2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 27 |  Moderate rain at times | 3° /1° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Heavy rain at times | 4° /2° | 33.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Heavy rain at times | 3° /-1° | 23.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 9.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 31 |  Freezing fog | 0° /-3° | 2.7 mm | 0.8 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lake Michigan in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lake Michigan forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lake Michigan in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lake Michigan during December?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding 1° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lake Michigan during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 159.9 mm is expected in Lake Michigan during December, occurring over more than 6 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Lake Michigan in December 2026?
Lake Michigan experiences an average snowfall of 25.735 cm during December, occurring over 17 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lake Michigan during December?
The average wind speed in Lake Michigan during December is 34 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Lake Michigan snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Lake Michigan sees 17 snowy days during December, with approximately 25.7 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Lake Michigan
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Typically, Lake Michigan has 6 rainy days in December with a total of 159.9 mm of rainfall.
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