December weather forecast
Cheltenham, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In Cheltenham, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cheltenham, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cheltenham are January through May, November and December. In Cheltenham, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cheltenham, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cheltenham, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cheltenham, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cheltenham are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Cheltenham?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Cheltenham?

In December, the average relative humidity in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Cheltenham in December?

In Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Cheltenham?

In Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cheltenham?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cheltenham have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cheltenham?

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, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cheltenham?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cheltenham is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cheltenham?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Cheltenham?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, 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
Cheltenham, PA

Average temperature in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average pressure in December - Cheltenham, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average wind speed in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average humidity in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average rainfall in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average snowfall in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cheltenham, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Cheltenham, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average UV index in December - Cheltenham, 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
Cheltenham, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Cheltenham, 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 33).

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Average visibility in December
Cheltenham, PA

Average visibility in December - Cheltenham, 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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