December weather forecast
Mount Sterling, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mount Sterling, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Mount Sterling's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 39.6°F (4.2°C). Mount Sterling usually reports an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In Mount Sterling, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Mount Sterling, in December, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mount Sterling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.1 days and collects up to 14.53" (369mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Mount Sterling, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Mount Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mount Sterling is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mount Sterling. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Mount Sterling during December?

December temperatures in Mount Sterling vary between a high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and a low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Sterling?

The average relative humidity in December in Mount Sterling is 82%.

How much does it rain in Mount Sterling in December?

In Mount Sterling, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Sterling in December?

In Mount Sterling, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Sterling?

The month with the shortest days in Mount Sterling is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mount Sterling have in December?

The average day length in December in Mount Sterling, Ohio, is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Sterling?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mount Sterling, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Sterling have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mount Sterling?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mount Sterling?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Sterling, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average temperature in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average pressure in December - Mount Sterling, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average wind speed in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average humidity in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average rainfall in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average snowfall in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Sterling, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average UV index in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Mount Sterling, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Mount Sterling, OH

Average visibility in December - Mount Sterling, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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