December weather forecast
Gahanna, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gahanna, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

Gahanna's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 39.4°F (4.1°C). In Gahanna, December nights cool down to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gahanna, Ohio, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gahanna, Ohio, there are 139.3 rainfall days, and 20.31" (516mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.8 snowfall days, and 6.14" (156mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gahanna, Ohio, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures in Gahanna vary between a high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gahanna, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gahanna, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:16 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gahanna have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gahanna, Ohio, is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Gahanna, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gahanna, OH

Average temperature in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Gahanna, OH

Average pressure in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Gahanna, OH

Average wind speed in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gahanna, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Gahanna, OH

Average rainfall in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Gahanna, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gahanna, OH

Average snowfall in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gahanna, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Gahanna, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gahanna, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gahanna, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gahanna, OH

Average UV index in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Gahanna, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Gahanna, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Gahanna, OH

Average visibility in December - Gahanna, 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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