December weather forecastDuquesne Heights, PA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Duquesne Heights, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C) and an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C).Temperature
December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). In Duquesne Heights, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Duquesne Heights is 83%.Rainfall
In Duquesne Heights, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Duquesne Heights, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Duquesne Heights, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.7 snowfall days, and 11.77" (299mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in Duquesne Heights, 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.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Duquesne Heights is 3.2h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).
Average pressure in December
Duquesne Heights, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.13"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.01"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 12min
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 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Duquesne Heights, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Duquesne Heights, 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).
