December weather forecast
Decatur, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Decatur, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Decatur observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 32.6" (828mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Decatur, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 9.41" (239mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Decatur, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Decatur. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Decatur during December?

Decatur in December has an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Decatur?

The months with the highest humidity in Decatur are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Decatur?

The average relative humidity in December in Decatur, Ohio, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Decatur in December?

In December, in Decatur, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Decatur?

In Decatur, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Decatur?

The month with the shortest days in Decatur, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Decatur have in December?

The average day length in December in Decatur is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Decatur?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Decatur, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Decatur have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Decatur, Ohio, is 4.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Decatur?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Decatur, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Decatur, OH

Average temperature in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Decatur, OH

Average pressure in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Decatur, OH

Average wind speed in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Decatur, OH

Average humidity in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Decatur, OH

Average rainfall in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Decatur, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Decatur, OH

Average snowfall in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Decatur, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Decatur, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Decatur, OH

Average UV index in December - Decatur, 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
Decatur, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Decatur, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Decatur, OH

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

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

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