December weather forecast
Jenkintown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). An average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Jenkintown are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jenkintown, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Jenkintown are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Jenkintown, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Jenkintown 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, in Jenkintown, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Jenkintown in December?

In December, in Jenkintown, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months in Jenkintown?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Jenkintown?

The average relative humidity in December in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Jenkintown?

In Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Jenkintown?

In Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jenkintown?

The month with the shortest days in Jenkintown is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Jenkintown have in December?

In December, the average day length in Jenkintown is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jenkintown?

On the first day of December in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jenkintown have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Jenkintown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Jenkintown?

In Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average temperature in December - Jenkintown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average pressure in December - Jenkintown, 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
Jenkintown, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average humidity in December - Jenkintown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Jenkintown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Jenkintown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Jenkintown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Jenkintown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jenkintown, 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Jenkintown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Jenkintown, PA

Average UV index in December - Jenkintown, 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
Jenkintown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Jenkintown, 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
Jenkintown, PA

Average visibility in December - Jenkintown, 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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