December weather forecast
Rio Grande, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rio Grande, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C) from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C). Throughout December, Rio Grande witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rio Grande, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation. In Rio Grande, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Rio Grande, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rio Grande, Ohio, there are 34 snowfall days, and 6.06" (154mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rio Grande.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rio Grande are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Rio Grande in December?

In Rio Grande, 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rio Grande?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rio Grande?

In December, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rio Grande?

In Rio Grande, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rio Grande?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rio Grande, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rio Grande have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rio Grande, Ohio, is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rio Grande?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rio Grande, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rio Grande?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rio Grande, Ohio, is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rio Grande?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rio Grande?

In Rio Grande, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rio Grande, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average pressure in December - Rio Grande, 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
Rio Grande, OH

Average wind speed in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average humidity in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average rainfall in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average snowfall in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 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
Rio Grande, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rio Grande, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rio Grande, OH

Average UV index in December - Rio Grande, 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
Rio Grande, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Rio Grande, 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
Rio Grande, OH

Average visibility in December - Rio Grande, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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