December weather forecast
Melrose, OH

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Melrose, Ohio, with an average temperature ranging between max 2.5°C and min -2.7°C.

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a frosty 8.5°C to an icy 2.5°C. During the nights in December, Melrose observes an average low-temperature of -2.7°C.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Melrose, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 46mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.3 rainfall days, and 734mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Melrose, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 69mm of snow. In Melrose, during the entire year, snow falls for 53.3 days and aggregates up to 404mm of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
In December, in Melrose, the average high-temperature is 2.5°C, and the average low-temperature is -2.7°C. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is appraised at 31°C.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Melrose, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 46mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Melrose, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Melrose, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.
How long on average sun shines in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Melrose is 3.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Melrose?
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. 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 temperature in December - Melrose, OH
Average temperature in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Melrose, OH
Average pressure in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Melrose, OH
Average wind speed in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Melrose, OH
Average humidity in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December - Melrose, OH
Average rainfall in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (45mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Melrose, OH
Average rainfall days in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Melrose, OH
Average snowfall in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 69mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (116mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Melrose, OH
Average snowfall days in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Melrose, OH
Average sunshine days in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in December - Melrose, OH
Average cloud cover in December
Melrose, 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 July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December - Melrose, OH
Average visibility in December
Melrose, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August and September (8km).

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