December weather forecast
Montgomery, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Montgomery, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 37°F (2.8°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). Montgomery's temperature lowers to a mean of 27°F (-2.8°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, in Montgomery, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Montgomery, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 27.32" (694mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Montgomery are January through May, October through December. In Montgomery, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Montgomery, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.3 days and aggregates up to 17.68" (449mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Montgomery, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, in December, the average high-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Montgomery in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Montgomery in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Montgomery?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Montgomery is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Montgomery?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Montgomery, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Montgomery?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Montgomery?

The months with the lowest UV index in Montgomery, Pennsylvania, are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Montgomery?

In Montgomery, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Montgomery, PA

Average temperature in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Montgomery, PA

Average pressure in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Montgomery, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Montgomery, PA

Average humidity in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Montgomery, PA

Average rainfall in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Montgomery, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Montgomery, PA

Average snowfall in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.43").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Montgomery, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.8 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
Montgomery, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Montgomery, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Montgomery, PA

Average UV index in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Montgomery, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Montgomery, PA

Average visibility in December - Montgomery, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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