December weather forecast
Portsmouth, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Portsmouth, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43°F (6.1°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Portsmouth, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.4 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Portsmouth, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Portsmouth, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.7 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Portsmouth, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 43°F (6.1°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Portsmouth, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Portsmouth, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Portsmouth have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Portsmouth, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average temperature in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°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
Portsmouth, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average wind speed in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Portsmouth, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average rainfall in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average snowfall in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Portsmouth, 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Portsmouth, OH

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Portsmouth, OH

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

Average cloud cover in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Portsmouth, OH

Average visibility in December - Portsmouth, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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