December weather forecast
Martins Ferry, OH

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Weather in December

December heralds winter in Martins Ferry, Ohio, USA, with the temperature dropping to an average high of 39.9°F (4.4°C). Despite having the shortest daylight hours and least amount of sunshine, this month has its own charm with snow-covered landscapes. The cold weather increases in severity as the month progresses, creating a wintry ambiance ideal for holiday festivities. The transition from December to January simply continues this trend, rounding off the year with a characteristic winter chill.

Temperature

During the transition into December, Martins Ferry observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 39.9°F (4.4°C). Throughout December, Martins Ferry registers a consistent average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In Martins Ferry, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Martins Ferry, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Martins Ferry, Ohio, there are 166.3 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Martins Ferry. In December, it is snowing for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 snowfall days, and 14.06" (357mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Martins Ferry is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Martins Ferry, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Martins Ferry, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Martins Ferry during December?

In December, in Martins Ferry, the average high-temperature is 39.9°F (4.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Martins Ferry?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Martins Ferry in December?

In December, in Martins Ferry, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Martins Ferry in December?

In Martins Ferry, in December, during 10.5 snowfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Martins Ferry?

The month with the shortest days in Martins Ferry is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Martins Ferry?

In Martins Ferry, Ohio, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Martins Ferry?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, in Martins Ferry, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Martins Ferry have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Martins Ferry, Ohio, is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Martins Ferry?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Martins Ferry.

What is the UV index reading in December in Martins Ferry?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Martins Ferry is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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YearJFMAMJJASONDecember
Nov
December
Jan
Average high temperature
49.3°F 9.6°C
39.9°F 4.4°C
33.6°F 0.9°C
Average low temperature
34°F 1.1°C
28°F -2.2°C
20.8°F -6.2°C
Average pressure
30.14" 766mmHg
30.11" 765mmHg
30.12" 765mmHg
Average wind speed
6.6mph 10.6km/h
7.1mph 11.4km/h
7.8mph 12.6km/h
Average max. wind speed
7.1mph 11.4km/h
7.7mph 12.4km/h
8.3mph 13.4km/h
Average wind speed gusts
10.6mph 17.1km/h
11.1mph 17.9km/h
11.9mph 19.2km/h
Average humidity
78%
83%
84%
Average rainfall
1.69" 43mm
2.17" 55mm
1.77" 45mm
Average rainfall days
10
11.7
9.4
Average snowfall
1.42" 36mm
2.6" 66mm
3.66" 93mm
Average snowfall days
3.6
10.5
14.9
Average daylight
10h 0min
9h 2min
9h 4min
Average sunshine
5h 1min
3h 3min
3h 0min
Average sunshine days
17.4
11.7
11
Average UV index
2
1
2
Average cloud cover
46%
63%
68%
Average visibility
6mi 9.7km
5mi 8km
4mi 6.4km

Average temperature in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average temperature in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Martins Ferry, OH

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average wind speed in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average humidity in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average rainfall in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average snowfall in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 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
Martins Ferry, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Martins Ferry, 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: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average UV index in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Martins Ferry, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Martins Ferry, OH

Average visibility in December - Martins Ferry, 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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