December weather forecast
Downingtown, PA

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Weather in December

Closing off the year, Downingtown experiences a full return of winter in December. With temperatures dropping further to a biting low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C), it is indeed the coldest month. The city sets into a festive mood, prepping for the Christmas season amidst a potential white landscape. The previous month’s waning fall colors give way to occasional snowfalls, welcoming the New Year with a fresh coat of snow.

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During the nights in December, Downingtown experiences a consistent average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Downingtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.6 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Downingtown, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.2 snowfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Downingtown, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. 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

Is December cold in Downingtown?

The high-temperature, in December, in Downingtown, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Downingtown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Downingtown in December?

In Downingtown, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Downingtown?

In Downingtown, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Downingtown?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Downingtown?

On the first day of December in Downingtown, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Downingtown have in December?

In Downingtown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Downingtown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Downingtown 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
Downingtown, PA

Average temperature in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Downingtown, PA

Average pressure in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Downingtown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Downingtown, PA

Average humidity in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Downingtown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Downingtown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Downingtown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Downingtown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Downingtown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Downingtown, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Downingtown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Downingtown, PA

Average UV index in December - Downingtown, 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
Downingtown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Downingtown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Downingtown, PA

Average visibility in December - Downingtown, 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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