December weather forecast
Gretna, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gretna, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 37.4°F (3°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). Throughout December, Gretna encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Gretna, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gretna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.2 days and collects up to 6.02" (153mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gretna, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gretna, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gretna, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Gretna in December has an average high-temperature of 37.4°F (3°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gretna?

In Gretna, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gretna, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gretna have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gretna, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Gretna, OH

Average pressure in December - Gretna, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gretna, OH

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Gretna, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Gretna, OH

Average rainfall in December - Gretna, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Gretna, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Gretna, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gretna, OH

Average snowfall in December - Gretna, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gretna, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Gretna, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gretna, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gretna, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Gretna, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (17.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gretna, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Gretna, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Gretna, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gretna, OH

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

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

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