December weather forecast
Carbondale, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Carbondale, Ohio, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Carbondale observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Carbondale, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 17.83" (453mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carbondale, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27 snowfall days, and 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Carbondale, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
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 most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Carbondale, records 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Carbondale, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, in Carbondale, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Carbondale, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Carbondale have in December?

In Carbondale, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carbondale have in December?

In Carbondale, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carbondale, OH

Average temperature in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Carbondale, OH

Average pressure in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carbondale, OH

Average wind speed in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Carbondale, OH

Average humidity in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August, September and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Carbondale, OH

Average rainfall in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Carbondale, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carbondale, OH

Average snowfall in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carbondale, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carbondale, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Carbondale, OH

Average UV index in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Carbondale, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Carbondale, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Carbondale, OH

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

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

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