December weather forecast
Ratchford, OH

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). An average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months in Ratchford, Ohio.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ratchford, Ohio, there are 161.8 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ratchford are January through April, October through December. In Ratchford, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.8 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ratchford in December?

In Ratchford, 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. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Ratchford?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Ratchford?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Ratchford?

In Ratchford, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ratchford?

In Ratchford, Ohio, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ratchford?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ratchford have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ratchford, Ohio, is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ratchford?

On the first day of December in Ratchford, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:17 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ratchford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ratchford, Ohio, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ratchford?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ratchford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Ratchford is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ratchford, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ratchford, OH

Average pressure in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ratchford, OH

Average wind speed in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ratchford, OH

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ratchford, OH

Average rainfall in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ratchford, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ratchford, OH

Average snowfall in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ratchford, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Ratchford, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Ratchford, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ratchford, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ratchford, OH

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ratchford, OH

Average UV index in December - Ratchford, 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
Ratchford, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Ratchford, OH

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

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

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