December weather forecast
Sandy Beach, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy Beach, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in December.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Sandy Beach, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation. In Sandy Beach, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.4 days and collects up to 29.25" (743mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sandy Beach, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. In Sandy Beach, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.7 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Sandy Beach, 37.8°F (3.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Sandy Beach is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sandy Beach, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Sandy Beach is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Beach have in December?

In Sandy Beach, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average temperature in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average pressure in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average humidity in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average UV index in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Sandy Beach, OH

Average visibility in December - Sandy Beach, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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