December weather forecast
Portage, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Portage, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°F (2.6°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

As Portage enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) of November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Portage's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Portage, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Portage, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.5 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Portage, records 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Portage?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10.6 days and typically collects 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Portage?

In Portage, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Portage, during December, snow falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Portage have in December?

In Portage, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Portage have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 Portage, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate 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
Portage, OH

Average temperature in December - Portage, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Portage, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Portage, OH

Average wind speed in December - Portage, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Portage, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Portage, OH

Average rainfall in December - Portage, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Portage, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Portage, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Portage, OH

Average snowfall in December - Portage, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Portage, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Portage, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Portage, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Portage, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Portage, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Portage, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Portage, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Portage, 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 July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Portage, OH

Average visibility in December - Portage, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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