December weather forecast
Ratchford, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ratchford, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). An average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Ratchford, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.8 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) 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 7:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Ratchford in December has an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Ratchford?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ratchford, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ratchford, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ratchford?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ratchford, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ratchford, OH

Average temperature in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Ratchford, OH

Average pressure in December - Ratchford, 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
Ratchford, OH

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ratchford, OH

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Ratchford, OH

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Ratchford, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ratchford, OH

Average snowfall in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ratchford, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ratchford, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ratchford, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ratchford, OH

Average UV index in December - Ratchford, 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
Ratchford, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Ratchford, OH

Average visibility in December - Ratchford, 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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