December weather forecast
Shaker Heights, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shaker Heights, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Shaker Heights records a slight downturn to an average a freezing cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shaker Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shaker Heights, Ohio, are January through May, November and December. In Shaker Heights, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.7 snowfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, 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 average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Shaker Heights, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shaker Heights, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shaker Heights, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shaker Heights have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Shaker Heights?

In Shaker Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shaker Heights, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average pressure in December - Shaker 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
Shaker Heights, OH

Average wind speed in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average humidity in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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
Shaker Heights, OH

Average rainfall in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

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
Shaker Heights, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average snowfall in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shaker 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shaker Heights, OH

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

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shaker Heights, OH

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Shaker Heights, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average visibility in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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