December weather forecast
Akron, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Akron, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Akron sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). In Akron, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Akron is 79%.

Rainfall

In Akron, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akron, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.8 days and collects up to 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Akron, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Akron, there are 24.1 snowfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Akron, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Akron are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Akron in December?

The high-temperature during December is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Akron?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Akron in December?

In December, in Akron, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Akron in December?

In Akron, Pennsylvania, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Akron?

December has the shortest days of the year in Akron, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Akron have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Akron?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Akron have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Akron is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Akron?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Akron, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index reading in December in Akron?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Akron, PA

Average temperature in December - Akron, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Akron, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Akron, PA

Average wind speed in December - Akron, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Akron, PA

Average humidity in December - Akron, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Akron, PA

Average rainfall in December - Akron, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Akron, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Akron, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Akron, PA

Average snowfall in December - Akron, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Akron, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Akron, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Akron, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Akron, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Akron, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Akron, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Akron, PA

Average UV index in December - Akron, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Akron, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Akron, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Akron, PA

Average visibility in December - Akron, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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