December weather forecast
Grove City, OH

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Weather in December

December solidifies the winter season in Grove City, Ohio. Increasing snowfall compared to November and freezing temperatures mark the holiday season. Days continue to shorten, exhibiting just 9.4 hours of daylight. Despite the snow, rainfall remains at a constant level, making the environment feel wetter and colder. Moving from December into January, Grove City, Ohio, begins another weather cycle.

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Grove City's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Grove City, in December, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Grove City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.3 days and collects up to 30.55" (776mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Grove City, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Grove City, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.3 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Grove City in December has an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 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 December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Grove City, during December, snow falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Grove City is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Grove City?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Grove City, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Grove City, OH

Average temperature in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°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 (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Grove City, OH

Average pressure in December - Grove City, 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
Grove City, OH

Average wind speed in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Grove City, OH

Average humidity in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Grove City, OH

Average rainfall in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Grove City, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grove City, OH

Average snowfall in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Grove City, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grove City, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Grove City, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grove City, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Grove City, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Grove City, OH

Average UV index in December - Grove City, 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
Grove City, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Grove City, 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
Grove City, OH

Average visibility in December - Grove City, 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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