December weather forecast
Slocum, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Slocum, Ohio, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). An average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Slocum, in December, during 11.8 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.6 rainfall days, and 32.2" (818mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Slocum, during December, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.7 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) 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 7:31 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 43°F (6.1°C) and the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Slocum, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Slocum, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Slocum have in December?

In Slocum, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:19 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

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?

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

Average temperature in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°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
Slocum, OH

Average pressure in December - Slocum, 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
Slocum, OH

Average wind speed in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Slocum, OH

Average humidity in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Slocum, OH

Average rainfall in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Slocum, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Slocum, OH

Average snowfall in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Slocum, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Slocum, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Slocum, 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Slocum, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Slocum, OH

Average UV index in December - Slocum, 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
Slocum, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Slocum, OH

Average visibility in December - Slocum, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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