December weather forecast
Belfast, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Belfast, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 39°F (3.9°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 39°F (3.9°C). An average minimum temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is recorded in Belfast, Pennsylvania, during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Belfast is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belfast, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Belfast, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. In Belfast, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.7 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Belfast.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Belfast, Pennsylvania, is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. 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 does it get in Belfast in December?

December temperatures in Belfast, Pennsylvania, vary between a high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Belfast?

In Belfast, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Belfast?

In Belfast, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Belfast in December?

In Belfast, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belfast?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Belfast, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Belfast?

On the first day of December in Belfast, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:43 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Belfast?

In Belfast, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Belfast?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Belfast.

How high is the UV index in December in Belfast?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Belfast, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Belfast, PA

Average temperature in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Belfast, PA

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

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Average wind speed in December
Belfast, PA

Average wind speed in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Belfast, PA

Average humidity in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Belfast, PA

Average rainfall in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

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Average rainfall days in December
Belfast, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Belfast, PA

Average snowfall in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Belfast, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 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
Belfast, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belfast, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Belfast, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13 days).

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Average UV index in December
Belfast, PA

Average UV index in December - Belfast, 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
Belfast, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Belfast, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Belfast, PA

Average visibility in December - Belfast, 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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