December weather forecast
Ashtabula, OH

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Weather in December

The year wraps up in Ashtabula, Ohio, with December welcoming the deep winter. The shortest daylight hours of the year, combined with cold temperatures create a quiet and peaceful ambiance. An increase in snowfall days shelves nonessential outdoor activities as residents prepare for the winter holidays. Snowfall increases from 3.15" (80mm) in November to 5.08" (129mm) in December, making it the snowiest month overall. Energized by the festive spirit, despite the cold, Ashtabula remains vibrant and lively, concluding another year of fluctuating but dynamic weather shifts.

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) from November's chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Throughout December, Ashtabula reports a steady low-temperature average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ashtabula is 84%.

Rainfall

In Ashtabula, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Ashtabula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181 days and collects up to 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ashtabula, in December, during 15.4 snowfall days, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 71.4 snowfall days, and 25.28" (642mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).
Note: It is risky to swim in 41.5°F (5.3°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Ashtabula experiences an average high-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C) and a low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ashtabula, in December, during 15.4 snowfall days, 5.08" (129mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December?

In Ashtabula, in December, the average water temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C). Swimming in 41.5°F (5.3°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashtabula have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ashtabula?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Ashtabula, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average temperature in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average pressure in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average wind speed in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average humidity in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average rainfall in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average snowfall in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.69").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average sea temperature in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average sea temperature in December: 41.5°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average UV index in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Ashtabula, OH

Average visibility in December - Ashtabula, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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