December weather forecast
Richmond Heights, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Richmond Heights, Ohio, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.6°F (3.1°C) and min 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Richmond Heights welcomes an average low temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) in December, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Humidity

In Richmond Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Richmond Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.9 days and collects up to 28.58" (726mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richmond Heights are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 19.96" (507mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Richmond Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Richmond Heights. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Richmond Heights in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Richmond Heights, is 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richmond Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richmond Heights?

In December, in Richmond Heights, Ohio, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Richmond Heights?

In December, in Richmond Heights, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond Heights?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richmond Heights, Ohio.

How many hours of daylight does Richmond Heights have in December?

The average day length in December in Richmond Heights, Ohio, is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Richmond Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Richmond Heights is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Richmond Heights?

The month with the lowest UV index in Richmond Heights, Ohio, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Richmond Heights?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average temperature in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average pressure in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Richmond Heights, OH

Average wind speed in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average humidity in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average rainfall in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average snowfall in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.25"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average UV index in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Richmond Heights, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Richmond Heights, OH

Average visibility in December - Richmond Heights, 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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