December weather forecastToledo, OH
December
Weather in December
December in Toledo welcomes the official onset of winter with cold temperatures, substantial snowfall, and tighter cloud cover. The chill in the air gradually increases from November, embracing the festive season with a touch of frost. As Ohioans look ahead to January, little change is anticipated, with climatic conditions remaining stably chilly at this point. Yet, the sparkling festive lights and cheerful celebrations carry a warm, joyful spirit, even in the coldest weather.Temperature
As Toledo enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C) of November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Toledo's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically collects 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Toledo, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. In Toledo, during the entire year, snow falls for 44.4 days and aggregates up to 12.6" (320mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Toledo, in December, the average water temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C).Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of December in Toledo, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Toledo is 3.5h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Toledo, Ohio. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Toledo, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Toledo, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Toledo, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Toledo, OH
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Toledo, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.38").
Average rainfall days in December
Toledo, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Toledo, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 2.05"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (3.66").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Toledo, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Toledo, OH
- Average sea temperature in December: 38.8°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (75.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (33.5°F).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Toledo, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Toledo, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Toledo, OH
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Toledo, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Toledo, 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).
