December weather forecast
Fountain Hill, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fountain Hill, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Fountain Hill, in December, experiences an average temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Fountain Hill, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fountain Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. In Fountain Hill, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fountain Hill, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Fountain Hill, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fountain Hill are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fountain Hill in December?

In Fountain Hill, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fountain Hill?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fountain Hill?

In Fountain Hill, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fountain Hill in December?

In Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fountain Hill?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fountain Hill have in December?

In Fountain Hill, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fountain Hill?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fountain Hill have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fountain Hill?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Fountain Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fountain Hill is 2. A UV Index 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
Fountain Hill, PA

Average temperature in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average pressure in December - Fountain Hill, 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
Fountain Hill, PA

Average wind speed in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average humidity in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average rainfall in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.8 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
Fountain Hill, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fountain Hill, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average UV index in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Fountain Hill, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Fountain Hill, PA

Average visibility in December - Fountain Hill, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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