December weather forecast
Dover, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Dover, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Dover's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Dover's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Dover, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Dover, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Dover, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.66" (93mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dover, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dover, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dover, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dover, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dover is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dover, OH

Average temperature in December - Dover, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Dover, OH

Average pressure in December - Dover, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dover, OH

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Dover, OH

Average humidity in December - Dover, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Dover, OH

Average rainfall in December - Dover, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Dover, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Dover, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dover, OH

Average snowfall in December - Dover, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dover, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Dover, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dover, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Dover, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dover, OH

Average UV index in December - Dover, 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
Dover, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Dover, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Dover, OH

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

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

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