December weather forecast
Huron, OH

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Weather in December

December arrives with the onset of winter in Huron, Ohio, characterized by rapidly falling temperatures. The city experiences the shortest daylight hours and less sunshine, lending to the typically chilly winter days. Frost-covered landscapes and winter activities become increasingly common as the month progresses. The lowest UV index of the year is recorded at 1 in December, meaning residents spend fewer daytime hours under direct sunlight. In comparison to January's forthcoming temperatures, December is milder but still serves as the precursor to the deep winter months ahead.

Temperature

Huron's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to an icy 37.2°F (2.9°C). During December, Huron perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Huron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 32.68" (830mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Huron, during December, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Huron, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.3 days and aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In December, the average ocean temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Huron, Ohio, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Huron is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December?

In Huron, the average seawater temperature in December is 37.9°F (3.3°C). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Huron is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Huron?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Huron, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Huron, OH

Average temperature in December - Huron, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Huron, OH

Average pressure in December - Huron, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Huron, OH

Average wind speed in December - Huron, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Huron, OH

Average humidity in December - Huron, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Huron, OH

Average rainfall in December - Huron, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Huron, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Huron, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Huron, OH

Average snowfall in December - Huron, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Huron, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Huron, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Huron, OH

Average sea temperature in December - Huron, OH
  • Average sea temperature in December: 38°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (32.7°F).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Huron, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Huron, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Huron, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Huron, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Huron, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Huron, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Huron, OH

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

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

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