December weather forecast
South Lorain, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Lorain, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and max 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, South Lorain observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C). Throughout December, South Lorain records a steady low-temperature average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C), a minor decrease from its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

In South Lorain, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In South Lorain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.5 days and collects up to 34.37" (873mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In South Lorain, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.5 snowfall days, and 11.89" (302mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In South Lorain, Ohio, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

South Lorain in December has an average high-temperature of 37.8°F (3.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In South Lorain, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does South Lorain have in December?

The average day length in December in South Lorain is 9h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Lorain have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Lorain, OH

Average temperature in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (76.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
South Lorain, OH

Average pressure in December - South Lorain, 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
South Lorain, OH

Average wind speed in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
South Lorain, OH

Average humidity in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
South Lorain, OH

Average rainfall in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
South Lorain, OH

Average rainfall days in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Lorain, OH

Average snowfall in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Lorain, OH

Average snowfall days in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Lorain, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Lorain, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Lorain, OH

Average sunshine days in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
South Lorain, OH

Average UV index in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
South Lorain, OH

Average cloud cover in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
South Lorain, OH

Average visibility in December - South Lorain, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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