December weather forecast
Smithfield, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithfield, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). Smithfield's temperature lowers to a mean of 28°F (-2.2°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Smithfield, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Smithfield, Ohio, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147 days and collects up to 19.57" (497mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Smithfield, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.4 snowfall days, and 9.96" (253mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Smithfield, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Smithfield is 3.6h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Smithfield is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Smithfield?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 39.7°F (4.3°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smithfield?

In December, in Smithfield, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Smithfield in December?

In Smithfield, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithfield?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Smithfield, Ohio.

What is the average length of the day in December in Smithfield?

In Smithfield, Ohio, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Smithfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithfield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Smithfield, Ohio, is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Smithfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Smithfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Smithfield is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Smithfield, OH

Average temperature in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Smithfield, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Smithfield, OH

Average wind speed in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Smithfield, OH

Average humidity in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Smithfield, OH

Average rainfall in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Smithfield, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smithfield, OH

Average snowfall in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smithfield, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smithfield, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithfield, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smithfield, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Smithfield, OH

Average UV index in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Smithfield, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Smithfield, OH

Average visibility in December - Smithfield, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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