December weather forecastNorthampton, PA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Northampton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Temperature
In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) in November to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). Northampton's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a freezing cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Humidity
In Northampton, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Northampton, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Northampton, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 31.69" (805mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Northampton, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.
Sunshine
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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Northampton, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Northampton, 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
Northampton, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Northampton, PA
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Northampton, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Northampton, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Northampton, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 2.95"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Northampton, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Northampton, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Northampton, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Northampton, PA
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Northampton, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Northampton, PA
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
