December weather forecastWest Elkton, OH
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Elkton, Ohio, with an average temperature varying between 39.6°F (4.2°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Temperature
A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).Humidity
January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169 rainfall days, and 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in West Elkton. In West Elkton, during December, snow falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In West Elkton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 12.48" (317mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in West Elkton, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In West Elkton, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").
Average rainfall days in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average snowfall in December: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average snowfall days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
Average UV index in December
West Elkton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
West Elkton, OH
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
