Columbus Weather in December

In Columbus, December brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), with nights cooling to 6°C (43°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Columbus in December

The climate data from previous years indicates about 9 days of rain, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Columbus in December

Daytime temperatures in Columbus reach 19°C (66°F) in December, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, February, April and November typically offer the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.