December weather forecastSpringfield, OH
December
Weather in December
In Springfield, December marks the full-fledged arrival of winter. Compared to the cooler November, the temperature continues to descend and registers as the coldest month of the year. December sees approximately 2.91" (74mm) of snowfall typical of winter, reinforcing the festive mood associated with end-of-year celebrations. The chill in the air is unmistakable, along with shorter days and longer nights suggestive of midwinter. Regardless of the somewhat demanding weather, December brings its unique joys, such as holiday lights twinkling in the snowfall.Temperature
The transition into December in Springfield indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C) from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Springfield is 83%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.9 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 9.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.91" (74mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.5 days and aggregates up to 14.88" (378mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Springfield is 3.7h.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Springfield, OH
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Springfield, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Springfield, OH
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Springfield, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").
Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Springfield, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 2.91"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Springfield, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Springfield, OH
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Springfield, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Springfield, OH
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and September (5mi).
