December weather forecast
Portland, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Portland, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

Portland's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Portland, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.2 rainfall days, and 35.35" (898mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Portland, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.4 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Portland, is 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Portland?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Portland, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.5" (89mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Portland, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Portland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Portland, OH

Average temperature in December - Portland, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Portland, OH

Average pressure in December - Portland, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Portland, OH

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Portland, OH

Average humidity in December - Portland, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Portland, OH

Average rainfall in December - Portland, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Portland, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Portland, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Portland, OH

Average snowfall in December - Portland, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Portland, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Portland, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

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
Portland, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Portland, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Portland, OH

Average UV index in December - Portland, 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
Portland, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Portland, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

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
Portland, OH

Average visibility in December - Portland, 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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