December weather forecast
Columbus, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Columbus, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°F (0.5°C) and min 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in November to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Columbus, there are 171.6 rainfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Columbus, during December, snow falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8.7" (221mm) of snow. In Columbus, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.9 days and aggregates up to 44.8" (1138mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Columbus, is 32.9°F (0.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Columbus, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Columbus, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Columbus, in December, snow falls for 17.2 days, with typically accumulated 8.7" (221mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Columbus?

The average day length in December in Columbus is 9h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:37 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbus have in December?

In Columbus, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Columbus, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Columbus, NY

Average temperature in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 32.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Columbus, NY

Average pressure in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Columbus, NY

Average wind speed in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Columbus, NY

Average humidity in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Columbus, NY

Average rainfall in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Columbus, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Columbus, NY

Average snowfall in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 8.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Columbus, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Columbus, NY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Columbus, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Columbus, NY

Average UV index in December - Columbus, NY
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Columbus, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Columbus, NY

Average visibility in December - Columbus, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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