December weather forecast
Zoar, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Zoar, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Zoar's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Zoar, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Zoar is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Zoar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated. In Zoar, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.6 days and aggregates up to 19.41" (493mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Zoar, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Zoar experiences an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Zoar, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Zoar in December?

In Zoar, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Zoar, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Zoar?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:08 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zoar, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (19.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Zoar, OH

Average pressure in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Zoar, OH

Average wind speed in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Zoar, OH

Average humidity in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Zoar, OH

Average rainfall in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Zoar, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zoar, OH

Average snowfall in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zoar, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zoar, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zoar, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Zoar, OH

Average UV index in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Zoar, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Zoar, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Zoar, OH

Average visibility in December - Zoar, 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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