December weather forecast
Petersburg, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Petersburg, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). December in Petersburg sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Petersburg is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Petersburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Petersburg are January through May, October through December. In Petersburg, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 68.8 snowfall days, and 25.28" (642mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Petersburg, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce 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 it cold in Petersburg during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Petersburg, records 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). 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, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Petersburg?

In Petersburg, Ohio, in December, snow falls for 14.3 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Petersburg?

The month with the shortest days in Petersburg, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Petersburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Petersburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Petersburg, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersburg have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Petersburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Petersburg?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Petersburg 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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Average temperature in December
Petersburg, OH

Average temperature in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Petersburg, OH

Average pressure in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Petersburg, OH

Average wind speed in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Petersburg, OH

Average humidity in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Petersburg, OH

Average rainfall in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Petersburg, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Petersburg, OH

Average snowfall in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Petersburg, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.1 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
Petersburg, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Petersburg, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Petersburg, OH

Average UV index in December - Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Petersburg, OH

Average visibility in December - Petersburg, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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