December weather forecast
Mason, OH

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Weather in December

December welcomes the arrival of winter in Mason, Ohio with the average high temperature dropping to 40.8°F (4.9°C). Snowfall is a common sight, with snowfall days increasing drastically to 6.5 days from 2.4 days in November. The city is engulfed in a wintry charm with a crisp chill in the air. Despite the cold, the holiday season makes December a festive and inviting time in Mason. The white snow-covered landscapes create enchanting sights, making it best enjoyed with a cup of hot cocoa.

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). In December, the recorded average low-temperature is a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mason, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mason, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151 days and collects up to 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Mason. In Mason, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Mason, there are 30.1 snowfall days, and 7.87" (200mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Mason, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mason, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Mason?

In Mason, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Mason?

The months with the highest humidity in Mason, Ohio, are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mason?

The average relative humidity in December in Mason is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mason?

In Mason, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Mason in December?

In Mason, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mason?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mason have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mason?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mason have in December?

In Mason, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mason?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Mason?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mason, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mason, OH

Average temperature in December - Mason, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mason, OH

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mason, OH

Average wind speed in December - Mason, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mason, OH

Average humidity in December - Mason, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mason, OH

Average rainfall in December - Mason, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mason, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Mason, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mason, OH

Average snowfall in December - Mason, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mason, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Mason, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mason, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mason, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Mason, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mason, OH

Average UV index in December - Mason, 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
Mason, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Mason, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Mason, OH

Average visibility in December - Mason, 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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