December weather forecast
Marietta, OH

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). An average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Marietta, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Marietta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.1 days and collects up to 24.8" (630mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Marietta, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31.3 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Marietta, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Marietta experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Marietta, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Marietta, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically 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 in Marietta.

How many hours of daylight does Marietta have in December?

In Marietta, the average day length in December 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 5:12 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Marietta?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Marietta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Marietta, OH

Average temperature in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average pressure in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average wind speed in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average humidity in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average rainfall in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average snowfall in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average UV index in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Marietta, 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
Marietta, OH

Average visibility in December - Marietta, 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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