December weather forecastSandusky, OH
December
Weather in December
Rounding off the year, December in Sandusky, Ohio, USA, marks the return of the full-fledged Winter season. A further drop in temperatures from November is observed. The snowfall increases to 1.57" (40mm) over 7.7 days, painting the city in a beautiful white blanket. The shorter daylight hours and a decrease in sunshine duration contributes to the frosty ambiance. To conclude, December is a true winter month, bringing with it a snow-covered landscape and a festive holiday spirit.Temperature
The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 37°F (2.8°C) from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Nights in December showcase an average temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C), slightly cooler than the daytime.Humidity
In Sandusky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 9.8 days and accumulates 1.61" (41mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sandusky, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 41.3 snowfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Sandusky, in December, the average water temperature is 41°F (5°C).Note: Swimming in 41°F (5°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:11 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Sandusky, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Average temperature in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 37°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).
Average wind speed in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 12.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.41").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 1.57"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average sea temperature in December: 41°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (34°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Sandusky, OH
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).
