December weather forecast
Rittenhouse, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Rittenhouse observes an average nighttime temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Rittenhouse is 83%.

Rainfall

In Rittenhouse, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rittenhouse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rittenhouse are January through May, October through December. In Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 3.5" (89mm) of snow. In Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.1 days and aggregates up to 21.38" (543mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rittenhouse.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rittenhouse is 3.8h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. 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 December in Rittenhouse?

December temperatures in Rittenhouse vary between a high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rittenhouse?

The average relative humidity in December in Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rittenhouse?

In Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rittenhouse in December?

In Rittenhouse, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rittenhouse?

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

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

The average day length in December in Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rittenhouse?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rittenhouse, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rittenhouse have in December?

In Rittenhouse, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rittenhouse?

The month with the lowest UV index in Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Rittenhouse?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rittenhouse, Pennsylvania, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average temperature in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average pressure in December - Rittenhouse, 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
Rittenhouse, PA

Average wind speed in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average humidity in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average rainfall in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.23").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average snowfall in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Rittenhouse, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average UV index in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rittenhouse, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Rittenhouse, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Rittenhouse, PA

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

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

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