December weather forecast
Dunkirk, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dunkirk, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 37°F (2.8°C). Dunkirk witnesses an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Dunkirk is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically collects 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Dunkirk. In Dunkirk, in December, snow falls for 10.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.52" (64mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.9 snowfall days, and 13.23" (336mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dunkirk, Ohio.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dunkirk, Ohio, is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dunkirk?

The high-temperature, in December, in Dunkirk, is 37°F (2.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the driest month in Dunkirk?

The month with the least rainfall in Dunkirk is December, when the rain falls for 10.5 days and typically collects 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, Ohio, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Dunkirk in December?

In Dunkirk, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dunkirk?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Dunkirk?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dunkirk?

On the first day of December in Dunkirk, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dunkirk?

In Dunkirk, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dunkirk?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dunkirk?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dunkirk, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average pressure in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Dunkirk, OH

Average wind speed in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average humidity in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average rainfall in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average snowfall in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunkirk, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average UV index in December - Dunkirk, 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
Dunkirk, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Dunkirk, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Dunkirk, OH

Average visibility in December - Dunkirk, 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).

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