December weather forecast
Fairfield, OH

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Weather in December

December ushers in the full-fledged winter, putting an end to the transitioning weather of November. Temperatures plunge further with the average high dropping to 40.8°F (4.9°C). Snowfall makes its full return, averaging about 1.22" (31mm) for the month. The days shorten noticeably down to an average of 9.4 daylight hours, and sunshine hours reach their lowest of the year. Fairfield in December, is a winter wonderland, rounding out the year under the white blanket of snow.

Temperature

The onset of December in Fairfield brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). In December, in Fairfield, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fairfield, there are 147.8 rainfall days, and 24.33" (618mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairfield are January through April, November and December. In Fairfield, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Fairfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 25 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Fairfield, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Fairfield is 4.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Fairfield in December?

In Fairfield, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Fairfield?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairfield?

In December, in Fairfield, Ohio, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fairfield in December?

In Fairfield, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairfield?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fairfield, Ohio.

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

The average day length in December in Fairfield is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fairfield?

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

Average temperature in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairfield, OH

Average pressure in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fairfield, OH

Average wind speed in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairfield, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairfield, OH

Average rainfall in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairfield, OH

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairfield, OH

Average snowfall in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairfield, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Fairfield, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairfield, OH

Average UV index in December - Fairfield, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Fairfield, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Fairfield, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Fairfield, OH

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

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

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