December weather forecast
East Pittsburgh, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and max 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) to a wintry 39.4°F (4.1°C). In East Pittsburgh, an average nighttime temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

In East Pittsburgh, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In East Pittsburgh, in December, during 9.3 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, there are 151 rainfall days, and 20.39" (518mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In East Pittsburgh, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.4 snowfall days, and 10.35" (263mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in East Pittsburgh.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In East Pittsburgh, the average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in East Pittsburgh?

During December, East Pittsburgh experiences an average high-temperature of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in East Pittsburgh?

In East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in East Pittsburgh?

In East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in East Pittsburgh?

In East Pittsburgh, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in East Pittsburgh?

The month with the shortest days in East Pittsburgh is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in East Pittsburgh?

In East Pittsburgh, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in East Pittsburgh?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does East Pittsburgh have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in East Pittsburgh?

The month with the lowest UV index in East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in East Pittsburgh?

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

Average temperature in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average pressure in December - East Pittsburgh, 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
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average wind speed in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average humidity in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average rainfall in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average rainfall days in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average snowfall in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average snowfall days in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - East Pittsburgh, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average sunshine days in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average UV index in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average cloud cover in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
East Pittsburgh, PA

Average visibility in December - East Pittsburgh, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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