December weather forecast
Oberlin, OH

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An old stone building in a university campus of liberal arts, located in Oberlin, Ohio
An old stone building in a university campus of liberal arts, located in Oberlin, Ohio

Weather in December

Entering the winter season, December in Oberlin, Ohio, experiences a drastic drop in temperature, descending to a high of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C). Snowfall re-emerges, contributing to the city's enchanting winter wonderland aura. Presented with shorter days and fewer hours of sunshine, December days pass swiftly. Despite the chill, the delighted spirit of the holiday season keeps the city abuzz. Oberlin, heavily cloaked in winter white, bids farewell to the year in December's chilly embrace.

Temperature

December's onset in Oberlin brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). Oberlin's average nighttime temperature in December modestly descends to a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In Oberlin, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Oberlin, Ohio, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Oberlin, there are 177.7 rainfall days, and 33.98" (863mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Oberlin, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56 snowfall days, and 16.06" (408mm) 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 in Oberlin, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Oberlin, Ohio, is 3.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Oberlin in December?

The high-temperature in Oberlin during December is 37.2°F (2.9°C) and the low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oberlin?

In Oberlin, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Oberlin in December?

In December, in Oberlin, Ohio, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Oberlin?

In Oberlin, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oberlin?

The month with the shortest days in Oberlin, Ohio, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Oberlin, Ohio, is 9h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oberlin?

On the first day of December in Oberlin, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:09 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oberlin?

The average sunshine duration in December in Oberlin is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Oberlin?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Oberlin?

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

Average temperature in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (77.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oberlin, OH

Average pressure in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Oberlin, OH

Average wind speed in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oberlin, OH

Average humidity in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oberlin, OH

Average rainfall in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oberlin, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oberlin, OH

Average snowfall in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.07"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oberlin, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 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
Oberlin, OH

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

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oberlin, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Oberlin, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oberlin, OH

Average UV index in December - Oberlin, 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
Oberlin, OH

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Oberlin, OH

Average visibility in December - Oberlin, 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).

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