December weather forecast
Dormont, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dormont, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C). Dormont's temperature lowers to a mean of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Dormont is 83%.

Rainfall

In Dormont, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dormont are January through April, October through December. In Dormont, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 2.64" (67mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Dormont is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dormont is 3.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dormont in December?

In December, in Dormont, the average high-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Dormont?

In Dormont, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Dormont in December?

In Dormont, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Dormont?

In Dormont, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dormont?

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

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

In Dormont, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dormont?

On the first day of December in Dormont, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dormont?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dormont, Pennsylvania, is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dormont?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dormont?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dormont, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dormont, PA

Average temperature in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dormont, PA

Average pressure in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dormont, PA

Average wind speed in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dormont, PA

Average humidity in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dormont, PA

Average rainfall in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dormont, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dormont, PA

Average snowfall in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dormont, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dormont, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dormont, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dormont, PA

Average UV index in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Dormont, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Dormont, PA

Average visibility in December - Dormont, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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