December weather forecast
Malta, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Malta, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and max 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). Malta registers a consistent average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Malta, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.1 rainfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Malta, in December, snow falls for 8.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Malta, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.9 days and aggregates up to 7.36" (187mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Malta, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Malta, 40.8°F (4.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Malta, in December, during 11.4 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Malta have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, in Malta, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Malta 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Malta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Malta, OH

Average temperature in December - Malta, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Malta, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Malta, OH

Average wind speed in December - Malta, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Malta, OH

Average humidity in December - Malta, 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 August and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Malta, OH

Average rainfall in December - Malta, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.77").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Malta, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Malta, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Malta, OH

Average snowfall in December - Malta, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Malta, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Malta, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.9 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 and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Malta, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Malta, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Malta, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Malta, OH

Average UV index in December - Malta, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Malta, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Malta, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Malta, OH

Average visibility in December - Malta, 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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