December weather forecast
Dover, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dover, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

Dover in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). During the nights in December, Dover experiences a consistent average temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Dover is 84%.

Rainfall

In Dover, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Dover, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.8 days and collects up to 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Dover. In Dover, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dover, Ohio, there are 59.6 snowfall days, and 19.41" (493mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Dover, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 1 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dover in December?

The high-temperature in Dover, Ohio, during December is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dover?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dover?

In Dover, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Dover?

In December, in Dover, Ohio, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dover?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dover, Ohio, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dover have in December?

The average day length in December in Dover, Ohio, is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dover?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dover have in December?

In Dover, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dover?

The month with the lowest UV index in Dover is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dover?

In Dover, Ohio, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dover, OH

Average temperature in December - Dover, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dover, OH

Average pressure in December - Dover, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Dover, OH

Average wind speed in December - Dover, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dover, OH

Average humidity in December - Dover, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dover, OH

Average rainfall in December - Dover, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dover, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Dover, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dover, OH

Average snowfall in December - Dover, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.66"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.04").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dover, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Dover, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dover, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dover, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Dover, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dover, OH

Average UV index in December - Dover, OH
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dover, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Dover, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Dover, OH

Average visibility in December - Dover, 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).

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