Columbus weather in December (Ohio, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for Columbus in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The month of December in Columbus typically includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 6°C. After dark they usually decrease to around -2°C.

Precipitation

Columbus in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 98 mm for the month. Expect around 13 days of snow/rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 84 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Columbus. May, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Columbus climate page with graphs.

 

Columbus, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -2°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 98 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 74%  

Sunshine 84 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 29%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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