December weather forecastAlford, PA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Alford, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average low of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).Temperature
With December's arrival, Alford sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C). During December, Alford consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 24.6°F (-4.1°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
In December, in Alford, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 32.05" (814mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Alford, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 7.52" (191mm) of snow. In Alford, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.1 days and aggregates up to 41.93" (1065mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Alford.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Alford, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Alford are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Alford, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Alford, PA
- Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Alford, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Alford, PA
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Alford, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Alford, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Alford, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 7.52"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Alford, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alford, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Alford, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Alford, PA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Alford, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Alford, PA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).
