December weather forecast
Pottstown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Pottstown's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Pottstown, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pottstown, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Pottstown, Pennsylvania, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pottstown. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Pottstown in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pottstown are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pottstown?

In Pottstown, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pottstown?

In Pottstown, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Pottstown?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pottstown?

The month with the shortest days in Pottstown is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Pottstown have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pottstown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pottstown, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pottstown?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pottstown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Pottstown?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pottstown, PA

Average temperature in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pottstown, PA

Average pressure in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Pottstown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Pottstown, 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
Pottstown, PA

Average humidity in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pottstown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pottstown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pottstown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pottstown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pottstown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pottstown, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pottstown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pottstown, PA

Average UV index in December - Pottstown, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Pottstown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pottstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Pottstown, PA

Average visibility in December - Pottstown, 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).

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