December weather forecast
Montpelier, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Montpelier, Ohio, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and an average high of 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Montpelier's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). Nighttime temperature in Montpelier lowers to an average of 26.1°F (-3.3°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Montpelier. Rain falls for 11.6 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Montpelier. In Montpelier, in December, snow falls for 12.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Montpelier, there are 55.2 snowfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Montpelier, Ohio, is 3.6h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Montpelier in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Montpelier?

The average relative humidity in December in Montpelier is 83%.

What is the driest month in Montpelier?

The month with the least rainfall in Montpelier, Ohio, is December, when the rain falls for 11.6 days and typically collects 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Montpelier?

In Montpelier, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Montpelier?

In Montpelier, Ohio, in December, during 12.1 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Montpelier?

The month with the shortest days in Montpelier is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Montpelier have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Montpelier?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Montpelier, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Montpelier?

In Montpelier, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Montpelier?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Montpelier?

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

Average temperature in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Montpelier, OH

Average pressure in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Montpelier, OH

Average wind speed in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Montpelier, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Montpelier, OH

Average rainfall in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Montpelier, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Montpelier, OH

Average snowfall in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Montpelier, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Montpelier, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Montpelier, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Montpelier, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Montpelier, OH

Average visibility in December - Montpelier, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August and September (5mi).

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