December weather forecast
Laurel, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Laurel, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Laurel, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Laurel, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Laurel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Laurel, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Laurel, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) 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 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Laurel in December has an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Laurel, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Laurel, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Laurel, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel have in December?

In Laurel, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Laurel, OH

Average wind speed in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurel, OH

Average rainfall in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel, OH

Average snowfall in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Laurel, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel, OH

Average UV index in December - Laurel, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Laurel, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Laurel, OH

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

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

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