December weather forecast
Lafayette, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Lafayette, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Lafayette, the average high-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the driest month?

February and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lafayette, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lafayette, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lafayette?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 Lafayette, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lafayette, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lafayette, OH

Average pressure in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lafayette, OH

Average wind speed in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Lafayette, OH

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Lafayette, OH

Average rainfall in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Lafayette, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lafayette, OH

Average snowfall in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lafayette, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lafayette, 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 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Lafayette, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Lafayette, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lafayette, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Lafayette, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Lafayette, OH

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

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

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