December weather forecast
Rocky River, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rocky River, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Consistently, Rocky River reports average nighttime temperatures of 30.2°F (-1°C) during December, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Rocky River, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rocky River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.7 days and collects up to 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Rocky River. In Rocky River, Ohio, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rocky River, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.9 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.

Ocean temperature

In Rocky River, in December, the average water temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C).
Note: In swimming, this condition is considered life-threatening and perilous. The painful sensation of cold water leads to immediate hyperventilation. Utilizing a specialized swimsuit is critical to reduce thermal injury.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rocky River.
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, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rocky River, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rocky River are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Rocky River?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rocky River, records 37.9°F (3.3°C), while the low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rocky River?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Rocky River?

In December, in Rocky River, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Rocky River in December?

In Rocky River, Ohio, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Rocky River?

In December, the average ocean temperature in Rocky River is 39.4°F (4.1°C). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rocky River?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rocky River, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Rocky River?

In Rocky River, Ohio, the average day length in December is 9h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rocky River?

On the first day of December in Rocky River, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:07 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky River have in December?

In Rocky River, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rocky River?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Rocky River.

How high is the UV index in December in Rocky River?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rocky River, Ohio, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rocky River, OH

Average temperature in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rocky River, OH

Average pressure in December - Rocky River, 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
Rocky River, OH

Average wind speed in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rocky River, OH

Average humidity in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rocky River, OH

Average rainfall in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rocky River, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rocky River, OH

Average snowfall in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rocky River, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Rocky River, OH

Average sea temperature in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average sea temperature in December: 39.3°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (76.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (33.2°F).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky River, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rocky River, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rocky River, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rocky River, OH

Average UV index in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rocky River, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Rocky River, OH

Average visibility in December - Rocky River, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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