December weather forecast
Hanging Rock, OH

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hanging Rock, Ohio, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Hanging Rock cools down to an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hanging Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hanging Rock, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.7 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hanging Rock?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hanging Rock, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Hanging Rock?

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

How much does it rain in Hanging Rock in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hanging Rock, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hanging Rock have in December?

In Hanging Rock, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hanging Rock have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hanging Rock, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average temperature in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average pressure in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average wind speed in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average humidity in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average rainfall in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average snowfall in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hanging Rock, OH

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average UV index in December - Hanging Rock, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Hanging Rock, OH

Average visibility in December - Hanging Rock, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

Hanging Rock, Ohio, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location