December weather forecast
Prospect Park, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prospect Park, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Nighttime temperature in Prospect Park experiences an average drop to a cold 32.7°F (0.4°C) in December.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Prospect Park, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Prospect Park, there are 142 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, are January through April, November and December. In Prospect Park, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prospect Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, in Prospect Park, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Prospect Park. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Prospect Park in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, during December are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Prospect Park?

The months with the highest humidity in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December in Prospect Park?

The average relative humidity in December in Prospect Park is 77%.

How much does it rain in Prospect Park in December?

In Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Prospect Park in December?

In Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prospect Park?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Prospect Park.

What is the average length of the day in December in Prospect Park?

In Prospect Park, the average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Prospect Park?

On the first day of December in Prospect Park, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prospect Park have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prospect Park?

The months with the lowest UV index in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prospect Park?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average temperature in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average pressure in December - Prospect Park, 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
Prospect Park, PA

Average wind speed in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average humidity in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average rainfall in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average snowfall in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Prospect Park, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prospect Park, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average UV index in December - Prospect Park, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average visibility in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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