December weather forecast
Athens, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Athens, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a subzero cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Athens, Ohio, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 27.95" (710mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Athens, in December, snow falls for 8.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 40.3 snowfall days, and 12.95" (329mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Athens is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Athens, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Athens, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Athens, Ohio. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Athens during December?

In December, in Athens, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Athens?

In Athens, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Athens in December?

In Athens, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Athens?

In Athens, Ohio, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Athens?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Athens, Ohio, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Athens?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Athens, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:15 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Athens?

In Athens, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Athens?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Athens?

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

Average temperature in December - Athens, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Athens, OH

Average pressure in December - Athens, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Athens, OH

Average wind speed in December - Athens, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Athens, OH

Average humidity in December - Athens, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Athens, OH

Average rainfall in December - Athens, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Athens, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Athens, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Athens, OH

Average snowfall in December - Athens, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Athens, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Athens, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Athens, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Athens, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Athens, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Athens, OH

Average UV index in December - Athens, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Athens, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Athens, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Athens, OH

Average visibility in December - Athens, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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