December weather forecast
Lower Salem, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lower Salem, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

Lower Salem's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). Lower Salem usually reports an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Lower Salem, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Lower Salem, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lower Salem, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lower Salem, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Lower Salem in December has an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Lower Salem, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Lower Salem is 9h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lower Salem have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lower Salem, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average wind speed in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average humidity in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average rainfall in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average snowfall in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Lower Salem, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • 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
Lower Salem, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average UV index in December - Lower Salem, 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
Lower Salem, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Lower Salem, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Lower Salem, OH

Average visibility in December - Lower Salem, 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, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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