December weather forecastSteubenville, OH
December
Weather in December
December heralds in the winter season in Steubenville, Ohio, characterized by lower temperatures and heightened precipitation. The city is entrenched in a cold spell, with temperatures averaging a high of 39.2°F (4°C). This is accompanied by an increase in snowfall, turning the city into a winter wonderland. The days are shorter, and sunlight exposure is minimal due to a high percentage of cloudy days. The residents of Steubenville fully embrace the holiday season, not discouraged by the brisk, winter weather.Temperature
With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). During December, Steubenville's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 28°F (-2.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Steubenville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182 days and collects up to 33.15" (842mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Steubenville, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 4.41" (112mm) of snow. In Steubenville, during the entire year, snow falls for 59.6 days and aggregates up to 22.2" (564mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").
Average rainfall days in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 4.41"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Steubenville, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Steubenville, OH
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).
