December weather forecast
Glen Richey, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Glen Richey, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Glen Richey, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.6 rainfall days, and 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Glen Richey, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Glen Richey, there are 46.2 snowfall days, and 14.45" (367mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Glen Richey, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Glen Richey, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
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. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Glen Richey?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Glen Richey, is 36.7°F (2.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Glen Richey?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in Glen Richey in December?

In Glen Richey, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Glen Richey?

In Glen Richey, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glen Richey?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Glen Richey?

In Glen Richey, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Glen Richey?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Glen Richey, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glen Richey have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Glen Richey, Pennsylvania, is 2.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Glen Richey?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Glen Richey?

In Glen Richey, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average temperature in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Glen Richey, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average humidity in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average rainfall in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average snowfall in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.8 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
Glen Richey, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average UV index in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Glen Richey, PA

Average visibility in December - Glen Richey, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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