December weather forecast
Darby, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Darby, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Darby's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Darby's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Darby, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Darby, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Darby, there are 11.3 snowfall days, and 6.18" (157mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Darby is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Darby?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Darby, Pennsylvania, are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Darby?

The months with the highest humidity in Darby, Pennsylvania, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Darby?

In Darby, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Darby in December?

In Darby, Pennsylvania, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Darby?

In December, in Darby, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Darby?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Darby, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does Darby have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Darby?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Darby, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Darby have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Darby, Pennsylvania, is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Darby?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Darby, Pennsylvania.

How high is the UV index in December in Darby?

In Darby, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Darby, PA

Average temperature in December - Darby, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Darby, PA

Average pressure in December - Darby, 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
Darby, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Darby, PA

Average humidity in December - Darby, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Darby, PA

Average rainfall in December - Darby, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Darby, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Darby, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Darby, PA

Average snowfall in December - Darby, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Darby, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Darby, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Darby, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Darby, 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 1min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Darby, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Darby, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Darby, PA

Average UV index in December - Darby, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Darby, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Darby, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Darby, PA

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

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

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