December weather forecast
Utica, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Utica, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 28°F (-2.2°C).

Temperature

Utica's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). In December, Utica experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Utica, Ohio, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Utica, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 18.86" (479mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Utica, in December, during 8.8 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43.5 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) 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 7:33 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Utica, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Utica, Ohio, is 3.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Utica. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Utica during December?

In Utica, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 28°F (-2.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Utica?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Utica?

In Utica, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Utica in December?

In December, in Utica, Ohio, it is snowing for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Utica?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Utica?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Utica, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Utica?

In Utica, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Utica?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Utica, Ohio.

How high is the UV index in December in Utica?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Utica, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Utica, OH

Average temperature in December - Utica, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Utica, OH

Average pressure in December - Utica, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Utica, OH

Average wind speed in December - Utica, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Utica, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Utica, OH

Average rainfall in December - Utica, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Utica, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Utica, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Utica, OH

Average snowfall in December - Utica, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Utica, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Utica, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Utica, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Utica, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Utica, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Utica, OH

Average UV index in December - Utica, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Utica, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Utica, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Utica, OH

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

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

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