Columbus (OH)
December
Weather in Columbus, Ohio for December 2026
Your guide to Columbus weather in December - trends and predictions
With an average of 2 snowy days, Columbus usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Columbus at the beginning of December is 5.6 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 6.9 °F by the end of December.
Columbus experiences moderate rainfall in December, with an average of 9 rainy days and a total precipitation of 159.6 mm.
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Columbus Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Columbus
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December weather in Columbus day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| Dec. 1 |  Moderate rain at times | 4° /-2° | 2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| Dec. 2 |  Sunny | 7° /1° | 3.7 mm | 2.4 cm | |
| Dec. 3 |  Overcast | 7° /0° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 4 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 5 |  Partly cloudy | 5° /-3° | 2.2 mm | 1 cm | |
| Dec. 6 | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 7.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 7 | Overcast | 6° /0° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 8 | Overcast | 7° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 9 |  Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 12.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 10 | Patchy rain possible | 10° /2° | 16.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 11 |  Cloudy | 7° /0° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 12 | Sunny | 6° /0° | 3 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| Dec. 13 | Overcast | 5° /-1° | 2.3 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| Dec. 14 | Overcast | 4° /-3° | 0.9 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| Dec. 15 | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 15 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 16 | Overcast | 8° /1° | 13.7 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| Dec. 17 | Overcast | 5° /1° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 18 | Partly cloudy | 5° /-1° | 21 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 19 | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 20 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 21 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 22 | Overcast | 4° /-2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 23 | Overcast | 6° /-3° | 2.4 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| Dec. 24 |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 4° /-2° | 4.1 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| Dec. 25 |  Light freezing rain | 4° /-2° | 6.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 26 | Overcast | 5° /-2° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 27 | Overcast | 7° /-1° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 28 | Overcast | 9° /2° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 29 | Overcast | 9° /0° | 16.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| Dec. 30 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| Dec. 31 | Overcast | 7° /1° | 2.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Columbus in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Columbus forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Columbus in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Columbus during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Columbus during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 159.6 mm is expected in Columbus during December, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Columbus in December 2026?
Columbus experiences an average snowfall of 10.1 cm during December, occurring over 2 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Columbus during December?
The average wind speed in Columbus during December is 18 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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On average, Columbus sees 2 snowy days during December, with approximately 10.1 cm of total snowfall.
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Typically, Columbus has 9 rainy days in December with a total of 159.6 mm of rainfall.
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