December weather forecast
West Jefferson, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in West Jefferson, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39°F (3.9°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). In the month of December, an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In West Jefferson, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Jefferson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 15.31" (389mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In West Jefferson, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In West Jefferson, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.2 days and aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 39°F (3.9°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Jefferson?

In West Jefferson, during December, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:18 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Jefferson have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average temperature in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
West Jefferson, OH

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

Average wind speed in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average humidity in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average rainfall in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average rainfall days in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average snowfall in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average snowfall days in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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 Jefferson, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Jefferson, 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: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average sunshine days in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average UV index in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
West Jefferson, OH

Average cloud cover in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
West Jefferson, OH

Average visibility in December - West Jefferson, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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