December weather forecast
Gwynedd, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gwynedd, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). During the nights in December, Gwynedd experiences a consistent average temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Gwynedd, Pennsylvania, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gwynedd, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.6 days and collects up to 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Gwynedd. In Gwynedd, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gwynedd, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Gwynedd is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gwynedd. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Gwynedd?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gwynedd, Pennsylvania, during December are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months in Gwynedd?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Gwynedd?

The average relative humidity in December in Gwynedd is 79%.

How much does it rain in Gwynedd in December?

In December, in Gwynedd, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Gwynedd in December?

In Gwynedd, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gwynedd?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gwynedd have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gwynedd is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gwynedd?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gwynedd, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gwynedd have in December?

In Gwynedd, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gwynedd?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average temperature in December - Gwynedd, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average pressure in December - Gwynedd, 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
Gwynedd, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gwynedd, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average rainfall in December - Gwynedd, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Gwynedd, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average snowfall in December - Gwynedd, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Gwynedd, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gwynedd, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Gwynedd, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average UV index in December - Gwynedd, 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
Gwynedd, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Gwynedd, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Gwynedd, PA

Average visibility in December - Gwynedd, 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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