December weather forecastNewark, OH

December weather for Newark, Ohio: In Newark, Ohio, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newark, Ohio, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December

Weather in December

December finalizes the transition to winter in Newark. Most of the days are cold, and the city experiences frost coverings. A significant drop in temperatures is observed, with the maximum temperature averaging about 39.2°F (4°C). The shortened daylight hours and prolonged nights signal the winter solstice. Wrapping up the year, Newark prepares to welcome January and the cycle continues.

Temperature

Newark's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Newark, Ohio, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164 rainfall days, and 31.18" (792mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Newark are January through April, October through December. In Newark, Ohio, in December, during 9 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newark, during the entire year, snow falls for 44 days and aggregates up to 13.54" (344mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Newark is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of December, in Newark, Ohio, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Newark, Ohio, is 3.7h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Newark. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Newark, is 39.2°F (4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

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

In Newark, Ohio, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In December, in Newark, it is snowing for 9 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Newark, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newark, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:14 pm EST.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.7h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Newark, OH

  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Newark, OH

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Newark, OH

  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Newark, OH

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Newark, OH

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newark, OH

  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newark, OH

  • Average snowfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Newark, OH

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Newark, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Newark, OH

  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Newark, OH

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August and September (5mi).