December weather forecast
Hopewell, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hopewell, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). In December, Hopewell experiences a temperature dip to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hopewell, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Hopewell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.6 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Hopewell, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hopewell.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hopewell is 4.4h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hopewell?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hopewell, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hopewell?

In Hopewell, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hopewell?

In Hopewell, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hopewell?

In Hopewell, Pennsylvania, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hopewell?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hopewell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hopewell, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hopewell?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hopewell is 4.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hopewell?

In Hopewell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Hopewell, PA

Average temperature in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hopewell, PA

Average pressure in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Hopewell, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hopewell, PA

Average humidity in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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
Hopewell, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hopewell, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hopewell, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hopewell, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Hopewell, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopewell, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hopewell, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 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
Hopewell, PA

Average UV index in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Hopewell, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Hopewell, PA

Average visibility in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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