December weather forecast
McKees Rocks, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.4°F (4.1°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

McKees Rocks in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). McKees Rocks records an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 28.4°F (-2°C) in December.

Humidity

In McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in McKees Rocks, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In McKees Rocks, in December, during 10.3 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McKees Rocks, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 11.77" (299mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in McKees Rocks is 3.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in McKees Rocks?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in McKees Rocks are 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in McKees Rocks?

In McKees Rocks, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in McKees Rocks in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in McKees Rocks?

In December, in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in McKees Rocks?

December has the shortest days of the year in McKees Rocks, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in McKees Rocks?

In December, the average day length in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in McKees Rocks?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in McKees Rocks, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in McKees Rocks?

In McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in McKees Rocks?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania.

What is the UV index intensity in December in McKees Rocks?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in McKees Rocks is 1. A UV Index 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
McKees Rocks, PA

Average temperature in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

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Average pressure in December
McKees Rocks, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average wind speed in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average humidity in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average rainfall in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average rainfall days in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average snowfall in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average snowfall days in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 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
McKees Rocks, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McKees Rocks, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average sunshine days in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average UV index in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
McKees Rocks, PA

Average cloud cover in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
McKees Rocks, PA

Average visibility in December - McKees Rocks, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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