December weather forecast
Polk, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Polk, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.4°F (3°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). The average low-temperature in Polk during December nights is a freezing cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Polk is 85%.

Rainfall

In Polk, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Polk, there are 128.1 rainfall days, and 13.31" (338mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Polk. In December, in Polk, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Polk, Ohio, there are 38.5 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) 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 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Polk, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Polk in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Polk, records 37.4°F (3°C), while the low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Polk?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in Polk in December?

In Polk, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Polk?

In Polk, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Polk?

The month with the shortest days in Polk, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Polk have in December?

In Polk, Ohio, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Polk?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, in Polk, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:10 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Polk?

The average sunshine duration in December in Polk, Ohio, is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Polk?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Polk?

In Polk, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Polk, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Polk, OH

Average pressure in December - Polk, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Polk, OH

Average wind speed in December - Polk, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Polk, OH

Average humidity in December - Polk, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Polk, OH

Average rainfall in December - Polk, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Polk, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Polk, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Polk, OH

Average snowfall in December - Polk, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Polk, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Polk, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Polk, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Polk, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Polk, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Polk, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Polk, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Polk, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Polk, OH

Average visibility in December - Polk, 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).

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