December weather forecastMount Vernon, OH
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mount Vernon, Ohio, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C). Mount Vernon's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Mount Vernon, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mount Vernon, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow. In Mount Vernon, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 5.63" (143mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:13 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 38.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Mount Vernon, 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
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.18").
Average rainfall days in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 1.1"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Vernon, 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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 17 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Mount Vernon, OH
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).
