December weather forecast
Shaker Heights, OH

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Shaker Heights, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Shaker Heights maintains an average of approximately a subzero cold 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Shaker Heights is 83%.

Rainfall

In Shaker Heights, Ohio, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shaker Heights, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Shaker Heights. In Shaker Heights, Ohio, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. In Shaker Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.7 days and aggregates up to 23.03" (585mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Shaker Heights, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shaker Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Shaker Heights. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Shaker Heights?

In Shaker Heights, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shaker Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Shaker Heights, Ohio, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Shaker Heights in December?

In Shaker Heights, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shaker Heights in December?

In Shaker Heights, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shaker Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Shaker Heights have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shaker Heights?

On the first day of December in Shaker Heights, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shaker Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Shaker Heights is 3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shaker Heights?

The months with the lowest UV index in Shaker Heights are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shaker Heights?

In Shaker Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shaker Heights, OH

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average pressure in December - Shaker Heights, 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
Shaker Heights, OH

Average wind speed in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average humidity in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average rainfall in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average snowfall in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 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
Shaker Heights, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shaker Heights, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average UV index in December - Shaker Heights, 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
Shaker Heights, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Shaker Heights, OH

Average visibility in December - Shaker Heights, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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