December weather forecast
Highland, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highland, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Highland is 82%.

Rainfall

In Highland, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Highland, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Highland, Ohio, in December, during 8.1 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Highland, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.4 days and aggregates up to 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Highland, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Highland, Ohio, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Highland in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Highland, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Highland?

In Highland, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Highland?

In Highland, Ohio, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Highland?

In Highland, during December, snow falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highland?

The month with the shortest days in Highland, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Highland?

The average day length in December in Highland is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland?

On the first day of December in Highland, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Highland?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highland?

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 in Highland?

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

Average temperature in December - Highland, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Highland, OH

Average pressure in December - Highland, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

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

Average wind speed in December
Highland, OH

Average wind speed in December - Highland, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Highland, OH

Average humidity in December - Highland, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Highland, OH

Average rainfall in December - Highland, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Highland, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Highland, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Highland, OH

Average snowfall in December - Highland, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Highland, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Highland, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Highland, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Highland, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Highland, OH

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Highland, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Highland, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Highland, OH

Average visibility in December - Highland, 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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