December weather forecast
Ashbourne, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Ashbourne in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania.

Rainfall

In December, in Ashbourne, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Ashbourne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, there are 16.3 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) 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 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Ashbourne in December?

The high-temperature during December is 42.8°F (6°C) and the low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Ashbourne?

The months with the highest humidity in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ashbourne?

In Ashbourne, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ashbourne?

In Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ashbourne?

In Ashbourne, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ashbourne?

The month with the shortest days in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ashbourne?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ashbourne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashbourne have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ashbourne?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ashbourne?

In Ashbourne, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average temperature in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average pressure in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Ashbourne, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average humidity in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ashbourne, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ashbourne, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ashbourne, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Ashbourne, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ashbourne, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Ashbourne, PA

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

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

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