December weather forecast
Parma, OH

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Weather in December

Parma dives into winter with December bringing plummeting temperatures, significant cloud coverage, and frequent bouts of snowfall. It is the beginning of what is often a long and cold season, offering residents a chance to enjoy winter-related activities. As daylight shrinks, the visibility remains constant, allowing locals to adapt to the shortened length of the day. With chilling wind gusts coupled with sparsely distributed sunshine, December certainly paints a frigid landscape. The weather during this month hits a new low with temperatures falling to a minimum of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) promising a white Christmas.

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed in Parma during December, shifting from a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Parma's nighttime average temperature in December drops marginally from the daytime highs, settling at a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Parma, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Parma, Ohio, there are 109.1 rainfall days, and 8.43" (214mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Parma. In Parma, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Parma, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Parma.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Parma, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Parma is 3.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Parma?

The high-temperature, in December, in Parma, records 37.6°F (3.1°C), while the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Parma?

The average relative humidity in December in Parma, Ohio, is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Parma?

In Parma, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Parma?

In Parma, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 5.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parma?

The month with the shortest days in Parma, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Parma have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Parma?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Parma, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Parma?

In Parma, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Parma?

The month with the lowest UV index in Parma, Ohio, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Parma?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Parma, Ohio, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Parma, OH

Average temperature in December - Parma, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Parma, OH

Average pressure in December - Parma, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Parma, OH

Average wind speed in December - Parma, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Parma, OH

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Parma, OH

Average rainfall in December - Parma, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Parma, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Parma, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Parma, OH

Average snowfall in December - Parma, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Parma, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Parma, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parma, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Parma, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Parma, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Parma, OH

Average UV index in December - Parma, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Parma, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Parma, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Parma, OH

Average visibility in December - Parma, 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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