December weather forecast
Minerva, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Minerva, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minerva, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.9 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Minerva, in December, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 4.53" (115mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 65.9 snowfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Minerva is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Minerva experiences an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Minerva, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Minerva, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Minerva, during December, snow falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Minerva, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Minerva have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Minerva, OH

Average temperature in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Minerva, OH

Average pressure in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Minerva, OH

Average wind speed in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Minerva, OH

Average humidity in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Minerva, OH

Average rainfall in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Minerva, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minerva, OH

Average snowfall in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Minerva, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minerva, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Minerva, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Minerva, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Minerva, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Minerva, OH

Average visibility in December - Minerva, 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 and February (4mi).

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