Last updated: June 24, 2025
In December, the average temperature in Shaker Heights, United States hovers around 2°C (35°F), with a minimum dipping to a chilly -15°C (5°F) and a maximum reaching up to 16°C (62°F). Expect an average humidity of 86% alongside 99 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation spread across 15 days, making it a month of notable atmospheric activity.
In December in Shaker Heights, the average temperature is 2°C (35°F), with a maximum reaching 16°C (62°F) and a minimum dipping as low as -15°C (5°F). Be prepared for a mix of chilly and mild weather while traveling during this time.
In Shaker Heights in December, the total precipitation amount is 99 mm (3.9 in) over the course of 15 days.
In Shaker Heights in December humidity is 86%. With an average temperature of 2°C (35°F), this humidity feels like a damp chill that seeps into your bones, making traveling quite uncomfortable as your clothes cling to you and the cold air cuts through any warmth you try to find.
In Shaker Heights in December, the maximum UV index is 2, which corresponds to a low exposure category. With this level of UV radiation, the time to burn is approximately 45 minutes. To learn more about the hourly UV index in Shaker Heights, you can visit Hourly UV Index in Shaker Heights.
UV Risk Categories
Weather in Shaker Heights varies notably across the year, with each month offering distinct climate conditions. This page compares December’s weather to other months in Shaker Heights, focusing on differences in temperature, rainfall, humidity, and UV levels.
| Temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | UV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Weather | -2°C (30°F) | 89 mm (3.5 inches) | 88% | moderate |
| February Weather | 0°C (32°F) | 95 mm (3.7 inches) | 88% | moderate |
| March Weather | 3°C (38°F) | 98 mm (3.9 inches) | 87% | high |
| April Weather | 9°C (48°F) | 120 mm (4.7 inches) | 87% | very high |
| May Weather | 15°C (60°F) | 129 mm (5.1 inches) | 81% | very high |
| June Weather | 21°C (69°F) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 83% | very high |
| July Weather | 23°C (74°F) | 134 mm (5.3 inches) | 82% | very high |
| August Weather | 22°C (72°F) | 103 mm (4.1 inches) | 76% | very high |
| September Weather | 20°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 inches) | 77% | very high |
| October Weather | 14°C (57°F) | 121 mm (4.8 inches) | 82% | high |
| November Weather | 5°C (42°F) | 107 mm (4.2 inches) | 89% | moderate |
| December Weather | 2°C (35°F) | 99 mm (3.9 inches) | 86% | low |