December weather forecast
Continental, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Continental, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). During December, Continental's temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Continental, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Continental, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Continental, in December, during 11.3 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Continental, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 13.66" (347mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Continental.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Continental experiences an average high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Continental?

In Continental, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Continental, during December, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Continental?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Continental have in December?

In Continental, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Continental, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in December
Continental, OH

Average temperature in December - Continental, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Continental, OH

Average pressure in December - Continental, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Continental, OH

Average wind speed in December - Continental, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Continental, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Continental, OH

Average rainfall in December - Continental, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Continental, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Continental, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Continental, OH

Average snowfall in December - Continental, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Continental, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Continental, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Continental, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Continental, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Continental, OH

Average UV index in December - Continental, 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
Continental, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Continental, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Continental, OH

Average visibility in December - Continental, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

Continental, Ohio, USA

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