December weather forecastHillcrest, PA
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Hillcrest, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).Temperature
Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In Hillcrest, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hillcrest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hillcrest, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hillcrest, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Hillcrest, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Hillcrest, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Hillcrest, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.09"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").
Average rainfall days in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.64"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
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: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Hillcrest, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Hillcrest, 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).
