December weather forecast
Mount Washington, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Mount Washington, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 39.4°F (4.1°C).

Temperature

In Mount Washington, the average high-temperature in December drops from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). An average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) is anticipated throughout the nights in Mount Washington during December.

Humidity

In Mount Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Mount Washington, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. In Mount Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Mount Washington, Pennsylvania. In Mount Washington, in December, during 10.3 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Mount Washington, Pennsylvania, 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, in Mount Washington, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mount Washington is 3.2h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Mount Washington, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Mount Washington during December?

In Mount Washington, in December, the average high-temperature is 39.4°F (4.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Washington?

The average relative humidity in December in Mount Washington is 83%.

How much does it rain in Mount Washington in December?

In Mount Washington, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Washington in December?

In Mount Washington, during December, snow falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Washington?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mount Washington have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mount Washington?

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, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mount Washington?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mount Washington, Pennsylvania, is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Washington?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Mount Washington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Washington, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average temperature in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average pressure in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average humidity in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average rainfall in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average rainfall days in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average snowfall in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average snowfall days in December - Mount Washington, 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
Mount Washington, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average sunshine days in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average UV index in December - Mount Washington, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Mount Washington, 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
Mount Washington, PA

Average visibility in December - Mount Washington, 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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