December weather forecastAmsterdam, OH
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Amsterdam, Ohio, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Temperature
The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). The low-temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Amsterdam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.7 days and collects up to 32.24" (819mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Amsterdam are January through May, October through December. In Amsterdam, Ohio, in December, during 13.1 snowfall days, 4.37" (111mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Amsterdam, Ohio, during the entire year, snow falls for 63 days and aggregates up to 24.02" (610mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Amsterdam, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Amsterdam, Ohio, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index in Amsterdam is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. 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. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Amsterdam, 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 (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Amsterdam, 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
Amsterdam, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").
Average rainfall days in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 4.37"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Amsterdam, 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
Amsterdam, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Amsterdam, OH
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
