December weather forecast
Kettering, OH

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Weather in December

December marks the full onset of winter in Kettering with temperatures dropping down to 29.3°F (-1.5°C). Shorter days become the norm, with daylight spanning for only 9.4 hours, and the sun providing warmth for just 4 hours a day. Snowfall becomes a common sight, especially towards the year-end, with an average snowfall of 2.05" (52mm). Despite the cold weather, Kettering's December radiates warmth through holiday festivities and welcoming the New Year. The winter chill tightens its grip as everyone buckles in for the forthcoming holidays and the promise of a new year.

Temperature

Kettering's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.6°F (4.2°C). Kettering observes an average nighttime temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Kettering are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Kettering, in December, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 1.89" (48mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kettering, there are 154.5 rainfall days, and 25.24" (641mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Kettering. In Kettering, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Kettering, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.1 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kettering.
On the first day of December in Kettering, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Kettering, Ohio, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Kettering in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kettering, is 39.6°F (4.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Kettering?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in December in Kettering?

In Kettering, Ohio, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kettering?

In Kettering, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kettering in December?

In Kettering, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kettering?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kettering, Ohio, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Kettering?

In Kettering, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kettering?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kettering?

In Kettering, Ohio, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kettering?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kettering?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kettering, Ohio, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kettering, OH

Average temperature in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Kettering, OH

Average pressure in December - Kettering, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Kettering, OH

Average wind speed in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Kettering, OH

Average humidity in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kettering, OH

Average rainfall in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Kettering, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kettering, OH

Average snowfall in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Kettering, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Kettering, OH

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

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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kettering, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kettering, OH

Average UV index in December - Kettering, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kettering, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Kettering, OH

Average visibility in December - Kettering, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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