December weather forecast
New Bedford, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in New Bedford, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

A shift in New Bedford's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 47.1°F (8.4°C) to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout the month of December, New Bedford witnesses an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in New Bedford, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in New Bedford, there are 185.5 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In New Bedford, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow. In New Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.5 days and aggregates up to 29.45" (748mm) 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 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 1 transforms into the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 37.6°F (3.1°C) and the low-temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In New Bedford, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Bedford, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In New Bedford, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Bedford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Bedford have in December?

In New Bedford, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
New Bedford, PA

Average temperature in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
New Bedford, PA

Average pressure in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Bedford, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
New Bedford, PA

Average humidity in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
New Bedford, PA

Average rainfall in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
New Bedford, PA

Average rainfall days in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Bedford, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Bedford, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Bedford, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Bedford, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
New Bedford, PA

Average UV index in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
New Bedford, PA

Average cloud cover in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
New Bedford, PA

Average visibility in December - New Bedford, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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