December weather forecast
Longwood, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Longwood, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). During December, Longwood witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Longwood, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Longwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135 days and collects up to 17.76" (451mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Longwood, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Longwood, Pennsylvania, there are 16.6 snowfall days, and 5.47" (139mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Longwood.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Longwood, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Longwood, Pennsylvania, is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Longwood are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Longwood?

Longwood in December has an average high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Longwood?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Longwood in December?

In Longwood, Pennsylvania, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Longwood in December?

In Longwood, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Longwood?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Longwood?

On the first day of December in Longwood, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Longwood?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Longwood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Longwood, PA

Average temperature in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Longwood, PA

Average pressure in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Longwood, PA

Average wind speed in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Longwood, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Longwood, PA

Average rainfall in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Longwood, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Longwood, PA

Average snowfall in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Longwood, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Longwood, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Longwood, 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
Longwood, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Longwood, PA

Average UV index in December - Longwood, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Longwood, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Longwood, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Longwood, PA

Average visibility in December - Longwood, 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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