December weather forecast
Elyria, OH

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Weather in December

December in Elyria gets away on the colder side with highest and lowest temperatures ranging between 37.2°F (2.9°C) to 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The mercury drop is a signal for residents to unpack their warmest clothes. It's the time of year where houses are adorned in festive colors and snow becomes an anticipated event. Ice fishing and warming by the fireplace become common activities enjoyed during this period. Despite decreased daylight hours, spirits remain high due to winter holidays.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Elyria, Ohio, indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a wintry 37.2°F (2.9°C). The nighttime temperature demonstrates a marginal decline, averaging at a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Elyria, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elyria, there are 177.7 rainfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Elyria, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elyria, there are 56 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Elyria is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Elyria, Ohio, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elyria?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Elyria?

The average relative humidity in December in Elyria is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Elyria?

In Elyria, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elyria in December?

In Elyria, Ohio, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elyria?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Elyria have in December?

The average day length in December in Elyria is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elyria?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elyria, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elyria?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Elyria is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elyria?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Elyria?

In Elyria, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elyria, OH

Average temperature in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Elyria, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elyria, OH

Average wind speed in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elyria, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Elyria, OH

Average rainfall in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Elyria, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elyria, OH

Average snowfall in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elyria, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elyria, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Elyria, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Elyria, OH

Average UV index in December - Elyria, 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
Elyria, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Elyria, OH

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

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

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