December weather forecast
Heidelberg, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Heidelberg, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). The nighttime temperature in Heidelberg, Pennsylvania, during December, averages of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Heidelberg is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.6 rainfall days, and 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Heidelberg are January through April, November and December. In Heidelberg, during December, snow falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 3.66" (93mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Heidelberg is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Heidelberg?

The high-temperature, in December, in Heidelberg, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Heidelberg?

In December, the average relative humidity in Heidelberg, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Heidelberg in December?

In Heidelberg, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Heidelberg?

In Heidelberg, Pennsylvania, in December, during 6.4 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Heidelberg?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Heidelberg?

In December, the average day length in Heidelberg, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Heidelberg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Heidelberg, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Heidelberg?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Heidelberg, Pennsylvania, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Heidelberg?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Heidelberg?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Heidelberg is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average temperature in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average pressure in December - Heidelberg, 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
Heidelberg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average humidity in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Heidelberg, 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: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average UV index in December - Heidelberg, 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
Heidelberg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Heidelberg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Heidelberg, PA

Average visibility in December - Heidelberg, 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).

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