Weather in December in Ohio
Planning a trip to Ohio this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Ohio in December?
Ohio is a region in the United States of America. December in Ohio generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of December is in the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 3°C in Montpelier to 8°C in Gallipolis. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -2°C in Gallipolis and -5°C in Montpelier.For specific regional insights in Ohio, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Wauseon with an average of 69 mm to high snow/rainfall in Gallipolis with 120 mm.Average sunshine
The city Cincinnati usually sees around 101 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Ohio climate page.
Where to go in Ohio in December





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Ohio?
Cincinnati
In December Cincinnati generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
North Canton
In December North Canton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Saint Clairsville
In December Saint Clairsville generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Streetsboro
In December Streetsboro generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Cambridge
In December Cambridge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Ohio, in the United States of America.
Is December the best time to visit Ohio?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Cincinnati, December may not be the ideal time to visit Ohio.
Generally speaking, September and October provide perfect weather in Cincinnati. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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