December weather forecast
Cincinnati, IA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cincinnati, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

In Cincinnati, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C). Cincinnati experiences an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Cincinnati, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cincinnati, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cincinnati, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 27.48" (698mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Cincinnati, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Cincinnati, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Cincinnati is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Cincinnati, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

In Cincinnati, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cincinnati in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cincinnati, is 35.8°F (2.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cincinnati?

In Cincinnati, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Cincinnati in December?

In Cincinnati, Iowa, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cincinnati in December?

In December, in Cincinnati, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cincinnati?

December has the shortest days of the year in Cincinnati, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Cincinnati have in December?

In Cincinnati, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cincinnati?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cincinnati, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cincinnati have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

How high is the UV index in December in Cincinnati?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cincinnati is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average temperature in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average pressure in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average wind speed in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average humidity in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average rainfall in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average rainfall days in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average snowfall in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average snowfall days in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average sunshine days in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average UV index in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average cloud cover in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Cincinnati, IA

Average visibility in December - Cincinnati, IA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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