December weather forecast
Platform, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Platform, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 44.4°F (6.9°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.4°F (6.9°C). Platform's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Platform, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Platform, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Platform, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Platform, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.2 snowfall days, and 14.92" (379mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Platform, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Platform, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Platform, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Platform have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Platform, OH

Average temperature in December - Platform, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Platform, OH

Average pressure in December - Platform, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Platform, OH

Average wind speed in December - Platform, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Platform, OH

Average humidity in December - Platform, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Platform, OH

Average rainfall in December - Platform, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Platform, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Platform, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Platform, OH

Average snowfall in December - Platform, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.99"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Platform, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Platform, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Platform, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Platform, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Platform, OH

Average UV index in December - Platform, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Platform, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Platform, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Platform, OH

Average visibility in December - Platform, 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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