December weather forecast
Cedar Point, OH

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Weather in December

December brings in the full force of winter in Cedar Point, Ohio. The maximum and minimum temperatures drop to 37°F (2.8°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C), coupled with an average snowfall of 1.57" (40mm), marking a chilly end to the year. It has fewer hours of daylight, coupled with decreased visibility due to intensive snowfall. Cedar Point witnesses a substantial increase in relative humidity, alongside stronger winds, which intensify the cold weather. As air pressure stabilizes, the winters settle in, paving the way for a fresh start in January.

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Cedar Point's nocturnal average in December closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In Cedar Point, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 9.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cedar Point, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cedar Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.3 days and aggregates up to 10.87" (276mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cedar Point, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Cedar Point, in December, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cedar Point, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall in Cedar Point are February and December Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cedar Point, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cedar Point, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Cedar Point have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cedar Point have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cedar Point, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average pressure in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Cedar Point, OH

Average wind speed in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average humidity in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average rainfall in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average snowfall in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 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
Cedar Point, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average UV index in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Cedar Point, OH

Average visibility in December - Cedar Point, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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