December weather forecast
Kensington, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kensington, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

Kensington's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) is expected.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Kensington, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.9 rainfall days, and 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kensington are January through May, October through December. In Kensington, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow. In Kensington, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.9 days and aggregates up to 23.86" (606mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kensington is 3.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Kensington. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kensington during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kensington?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kensington?

In Kensington, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Kensington?

In Kensington, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kensington?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Kensington, Ohio, is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kensington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kensington?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kensington?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kensington?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kensington is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Kensington, OH

Average temperature in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Kensington, OH

Average pressure in December - Kensington, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kensington, OH

Average wind speed in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kensington, OH

Average humidity in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Kensington, OH

Average rainfall in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Kensington, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kensington, OH

Average snowfall in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kensington, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kensington, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kensington, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kensington, OH

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kensington, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Kensington, OH

Average visibility in December - Kensington, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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