December weather forecast
Alta Manor, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alta Manor, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C) in November to a wintry 36.9°F (2.7°C). Alta Manor, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Alta Manor, Pennsylvania, is 84%.

Rainfall

In Alta Manor, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165 rainfall days, and 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Alta Manor, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Alta Manor, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.4 days and aggregates up to 20.59" (523mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Alta Manor, is 36.9°F (2.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Alta Manor, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Alta Manor, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Alta Manor?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average temperature in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average pressure in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average wind speed in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average humidity in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average rainfall in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average snowfall in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average UV index in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Alta Manor, PA

Average visibility in December - Alta Manor, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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