December weather forecast
Damascus, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Damascus, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). An average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) marks the nights in Damascus throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Damascus, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 30.71" (780mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Damascus. In Damascus, in December, snow falls for 14.6 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Damascus, Ohio, there are 70 snowfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, in Damascus, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Damascus, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Damascus. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Damascus during December?

Damascus in December has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Damascus?

In Damascus, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in Damascus in December?

In Damascus, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Damascus?

In Damascus, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Damascus?

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

How many hours of daylight does Damascus have in December?

In December, the average day length in Damascus is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Damascus?

On the first day of December in Damascus, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Damascus?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Damascus?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Damascus?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Damascus, Ohio, 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 temperature in December
Damascus, OH

Average temperature in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Damascus, OH

Average pressure in December - Damascus, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Damascus, OH

Average wind speed in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Damascus, OH

Average humidity in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Damascus, OH

Average rainfall in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Damascus, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Damascus, OH

Average snowfall in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Damascus, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Damascus, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Damascus, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Damascus, OH

Average UV index in December - Damascus, 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
Damascus, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Damascus, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Damascus, OH

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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