December weather forecast
Orchard Island, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Orchard Island, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 37.4°F (3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). During December, Orchard Island's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Orchard Island, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Orchard Island, during December, snow falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.4 snowfall days, and 15.63" (397mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Orchard Island, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature during December is 37.4°F (3°C) and the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Orchard Island, in December, snow falls for 10.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.99" (76mm) 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 Orchard Island, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orchard Island have in December?

In Orchard Island, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Orchard Island, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average temperature in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average pressure in December - Orchard Island, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average wind speed in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average humidity in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average rainfall in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average snowfall in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.33").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orchard Island, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average UV index in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Orchard Island, OH

Average visibility in December - Orchard Island, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

Orchard Island, Ohio, USA

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