December weather forecast
Sandusky, NY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandusky, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) and an average high of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Temperature

Sandusky's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) in November to an icy 33.6°F (0.9°C). In Sandusky, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Sandusky, New York, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandusky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 32.99" (838mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sandusky, in December, snow falls for 19 days, with typically accumulated 9.17" (233mm) of snow. In Sandusky, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.8 days and aggregates up to 49.61" (1260mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sandusky, the average sunshine in December is 2.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Sandusky, the average high-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sandusky, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sandusky, in December, snow falls for 19 days, with typically accumulated 9.17" (233mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Sandusky have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandusky have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Sandusky, NY

Average temperature in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average high temperature in December: 33.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandusky, NY

Average pressure in December - Sandusky, 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
Sandusky, NY

Average wind speed in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandusky, NY

Average humidity in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandusky, NY

Average rainfall in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandusky, NY

Average rainfall days in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandusky, NY

Average snowfall in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average snowfall in December: 9.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandusky, NY

Average snowfall days in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandusky, NY

Average sunshine days in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandusky, NY

Average UV index in December - Sandusky, 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 and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sandusky, NY

Average cloud cover in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Sandusky, NY

Average visibility in December - Sandusky, NY
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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