December weather forecast
West Akron, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Akron, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 37.9°F (3.3°C). An average minimum temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In West Akron, during December, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.1 rainfall days, and 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 14.4 days. Throughout December, 5" (127mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 70 snowfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Akron, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

West Akron in December has an average high-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Akron, in December, during 14.4 snowfall days, 5" (127mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does West Akron have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in West Akron, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
West Akron, OH

Average temperature in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
West Akron, OH

Average pressure in December - West Akron, 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
West Akron, OH

Average wind speed in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
West Akron, OH

Average humidity in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
West Akron, OH

Average rainfall in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
West Akron, OH

Average rainfall days in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Akron, OH

Average snowfall in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.85").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Akron, OH

Average snowfall days in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Akron, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Akron, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Akron, OH

Average sunshine days in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
West Akron, OH

Average UV index in December - West Akron, 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
West Akron, OH

Average cloud cover in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
West Akron, OH

Average visibility in December - West Akron, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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