December weather forecastMelrose Park, PA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Melrose Park, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).Temperature
The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is noted during the month of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.Rainfall
In Melrose Park, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Melrose Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Melrose Park, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Melrose Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Melrose Park, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Melrose Park, Pennsylvania, is 5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Melrose Park, 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).
Average pressure in December
Melrose Park, 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
Melrose Park, 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).
Average humidity in December
Melrose Park, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Melrose Park, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Melrose Park, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Melrose Park, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Melrose Park, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Melrose Park, 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
Melrose Park, 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).
Average UV index in December
Melrose Park, 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
Melrose Park, 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).
Average visibility in December
Melrose Park, 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).
