December weather forecast
Moscow, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Moscow, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Moscow observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Moscow, Ohio, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.4 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Moscow are January through April, October through December. In Moscow, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Moscow, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.9 days and aggregates up to 10.39" (264mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Moscow, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Moscow are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Moscow?

In Moscow, 41.9°F (5.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Moscow?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Moscow?

In December, the average relative humidity in Moscow is 81%.

How much does it rain in Moscow in December?

In Moscow, Ohio, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Moscow in December?

In Moscow, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Moscow?

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

How many hours of daylight does Moscow have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Moscow?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Moscow, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moscow have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Moscow, Ohio, is 4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Moscow?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Moscow is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Moscow, OH

Average temperature in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Moscow, OH

Average pressure in December - Moscow, 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
Moscow, OH

Average wind speed in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Moscow, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Moscow, OH

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Moscow, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Moscow, OH

Average snowfall in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Moscow, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 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
Moscow, OH

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Moscow, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Moscow, OH

Average UV index in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Moscow, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Moscow, OH

Average visibility in December - Moscow, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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