December weather forecastKing of Prussia, PA
December
Weather in December
December announces the onset of winter in full swing in King of Prussia. The temperature dips further, daylight hours are the shortest of the year, and the chances of snowfall rise significantly. The landscape is mostly covered in snow, creating picturesque wintertime scenery. December witnesses a temperature range from 30.9°F (-0.6°C) to 42.6°F (5.9°C) and observes around 1.22" (31mm) of rainfall and 0.35" (9mm) of snowfall over nearly three days. The weather in December is defined by its characteristic chill, with the city fully illuminated for the holiday season.Temperature
December in King of Prussia suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.2 rainfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, May and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
King of Prussia, 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).
Average wind speed in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).
Average rainfall in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").
Average rainfall days in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 0.35"
The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
King of Prussia, 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: 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).
Average sunshine days in December
King of Prussia, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
King of Prussia, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
King of Prussia, 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 32).
Average visibility in December
King of Prussia, 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).
