Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Sterling's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). During December, Sterling's temperature averages to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Sterling, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.6 rainfall days, and 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sterling, during the entire year, snow falls for 66.5 days and aggregates up to 23.62" (600mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Sterling, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Sterling, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Sterling, OH
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sterling, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).
Average humidity in December
Sterling, OH
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and July (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Sterling, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
Sterling, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sterling, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 4.53"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sterling, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sterling, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sterling, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8 days).
Average UV index in December
Sterling, OH
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sterling, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Sterling, 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 and February (4mi).
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