December weather forecast
Richland, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Richland, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and max 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Richland is 80%.

Rainfall

In Richland, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Richland, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 33.27" (845mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Richland, it is snowing for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29.6 snowfall days, and 15.59" (396mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Richland, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Richland during December?

In Richland, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richland?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Richland?

In Richland, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.72" (69mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Richland?

In Richland, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richland?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Richland?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Richland is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Richland?

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 Richland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richland, PA

Average temperature in December - Richland, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (21.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richland, PA

Average pressure in December - Richland, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Richland, PA

Average wind speed in December - Richland, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richland, PA

Average humidity in December - Richland, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richland, PA

Average rainfall in December - Richland, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richland, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Richland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richland, PA

Average snowfall in December - Richland, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.49").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richland, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Richland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Richland, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richland, 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 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
Richland, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Richland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richland, PA

Average UV index in December - Richland, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Richland, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Richland, 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 32).

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Average visibility in December
Richland, PA

Average visibility in December - Richland, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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