December weather forecast
Galion, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Galion, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and max 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C) to a wintry 37.4°F (3°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Galion, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Galion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Galion, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Galion, is 37.4°F (3°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Galion?

In Galion, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Galion, in December, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Galion have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Galion have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Galion?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Galion, OH

Average temperature in December - Galion, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Galion, OH

Average pressure in December - Galion, 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
Galion, OH

Average wind speed in December - Galion, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Galion, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Galion, OH

Average rainfall in December - Galion, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Galion, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Galion, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Galion, OH

Average snowfall in December - Galion, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Galion, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Galion, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Galion, 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 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Galion, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Galion, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Galion, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Galion, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Galion, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Galion, OH

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

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

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