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Cleveland Weather in December
December in Cleveland brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 134 mm (5.3 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Cleveland in December
Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 134 mm (5.3 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Cleveland in December
Cleveland in December gets highs of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night. December is part of the winter season. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. April, May and October typically offer the best weather for Cleveland.
Cleveland Temperature in December
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
134 mm (5.3 in)
Rainy days
12 days
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Cleveland in December
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in December, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.
What To Do in Cleveland in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
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