December weather forecastUniversity Heights, OH

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in University Heights, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). December records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In University Heights, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 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 University Heights, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.76" (121mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 64.7 snowfall days, and 23.03" (585mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

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

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 14min.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
University 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).

Average pressure in December
University 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).

Average wind speed in December
University 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).

Average humidity in December
University 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%).

Average rainfall in December
University 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").

Average rainfall days in December
University 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).

Average snowfall in December
University 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").

Average snowfall days in December
University 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).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
University Heights, 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 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).

Average sunshine days in December
University 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).

Average UV index in December
University 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).

Average cloud cover in December
University 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).

Average visibility in December
University 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).