December weather forecast
Richlandtown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Richlandtown, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

As Richlandtown, Pennsylvania, enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) of November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Richlandtown, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Richlandtown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richlandtown are January through May, October through December. In Richlandtown, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Richlandtown, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.3 days and aggregates up to 16.57" (421mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richlandtown.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Richlandtown, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Richlandtown. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into 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. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Richlandtown in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Richlandtown, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richlandtown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Richlandtown, Pennsylvania, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Richlandtown in December?

In December, in Richlandtown, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Richlandtown?

In Richlandtown, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richlandtown?

The month with the shortest days in Richlandtown is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Richlandtown?

On the first day of December in Richlandtown, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Richlandtown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Richlandtown is 4.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Richlandtown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Richlandtown, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richlandtown, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average pressure in December - Richlandtown, 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
Richlandtown, PA

Average wind speed in December - Richlandtown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

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
Richlandtown, PA

Average humidity in December - Richlandtown, 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 (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average rainfall in December - Richlandtown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Richlandtown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Richlandtown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Richlandtown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (8.3 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
Richlandtown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richlandtown, 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 5min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Richlandtown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average UV index in December - Richlandtown, 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
Richlandtown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Richlandtown, 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 33).

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Average visibility in December
Richlandtown, PA

Average visibility in December - Richlandtown, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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