December weather forecast
Newport, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Newport, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C) from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C). Newport experiences an average low-temperature reading of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Newport, Ohio, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.1 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Newport, in December, during 9.2 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newport, during the entire year, snow falls for 42.5 days and aggregates up to 12.4" (315mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Newport, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Newport, Ohio, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.2 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is 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.

How many hours of daylight does Newport have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Newport have in December?

In Newport, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Newport, OH

Average temperature in December - Newport, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Newport, OH

Average pressure in December - Newport, 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
Newport, OH

Average wind speed in December - Newport, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

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
Newport, OH

Average humidity in December - Newport, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Newport, OH

Average rainfall in December - Newport, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Newport, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Newport, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newport, OH

Average snowfall in December - Newport, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newport, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Newport, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 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
Newport, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newport, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newport, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Newport, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Newport, OH

Average UV index in December - Newport, 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
Newport, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Newport, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Newport, OH

Average visibility in December - Newport, 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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