December weather forecast
Northampton Heights, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Northampton Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Northampton Heights dips to a steady average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Northampton Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Northampton Heights, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Northampton Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153 days and collects up to 26.81" (681mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Northampton Heights. In Northampton Heights, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Northampton Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Northampton Heights, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Northampton Heights, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Northampton Heights in December?

In Northampton Heights, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.1°F (4.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.8°F (-1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Northampton Heights?

In Northampton Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Northampton Heights?

In December, in Northampton Heights, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Northampton Heights in December?

In Northampton Heights, in December, during 4.8 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northampton Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Northampton Heights have in December?

In Northampton Heights, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Northampton Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northampton Heights, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Northampton Heights?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Northampton Heights is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Northampton Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Northampton Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Northampton Heights is 2. A UV Index value 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
Northampton Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Northampton Heights, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (7.8 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
Northampton Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northampton Heights, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

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Average UV index in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Northampton Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Northampton Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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