December weather forecast
Alexandria, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Alexandria, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

Alexandria in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is experienced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Alexandria is 83%.

Rainfall

In Alexandria, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.2 rainfall days, and 23.86" (606mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Alexandria are January through May, October through December. In Alexandria, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. In Alexandria, during the entire year, snow falls for 50 days and aggregates up to 16.77" (426mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Alexandria.
On the first day of December in Alexandria, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Alexandria during December?

In Alexandria, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Alexandria?

The average relative humidity in December in Alexandria, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Alexandria in December?

In Alexandria, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Alexandria?

In Alexandria, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Alexandria?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Alexandria, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria have in December?

The average day length in December in Alexandria is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Alexandria?

On the first day of December in Alexandria, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Alexandria?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Alexandria is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alexandria?

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 in Alexandria?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Alexandria, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alexandria, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Alexandria, PA

Average pressure in December - Alexandria, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Alexandria, PA

Average wind speed in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Alexandria, PA

Average humidity in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15 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
Alexandria, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alexandria, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Alexandria, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Alexandria, PA

Average UV index in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Alexandria, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Alexandria, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Alexandria, PA

Average visibility in December - Alexandria, 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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