December weather forecast
Hostetter, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Hostetter, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Hostetter observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Hostetter is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hostetter, Pennsylvania, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hostetter, Pennsylvania, there are 173.8 rainfall days, and 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Hostetter, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hostetter, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 18.62" (473mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Hostetter, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Hostetter. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hostetter during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hostetter?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hostetter is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hostetter?

In Hostetter, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hostetter?

In December, in Hostetter, it is snowing for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hostetter?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hostetter, Pennsylvania, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hostetter?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hostetter?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hostetter?

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

Average temperature in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Hostetter, PA

Average pressure in December - Hostetter, 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
Hostetter, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Hostetter, PA

Average humidity in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hostetter, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

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Average rainfall days in December
Hostetter, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hostetter, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Hostetter, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 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
Hostetter, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hostetter, 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: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hostetter, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hostetter, PA

Average UV index in December - Hostetter, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Hostetter, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hostetter, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Hostetter, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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