December weather forecast
Sand Hill, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sand Hill, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.3°F (4.6°C) and min 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

In Sand Hill, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C) in November to a cold 40.3°F (4.6°C). An average low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) marks the nights in Sand Hill, Pennsylvania throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sand Hill, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 16.26" (413mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sand Hill, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.5 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. 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 it in Sand Hill in December?

The high-temperature in Sand Hill during December is 40.3°F (4.6°C) and the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sand Hill?

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

How much does it rain in Sand Hill in December?

In Sand Hill, in December, during 9.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sand Hill?

In Sand Hill, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sand Hill?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sand Hill, Pennsylvania, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sand Hill have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sand Hill?

On the first day of December in Sand Hill, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sand Hill have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sand Hill, Pennsylvania, is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sand Hill?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sand Hill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sand Hill, PA

Average temperature in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sand Hill, PA

Average pressure in December - Sand Hill, 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
Sand Hill, PA

Average wind speed in December - Sand Hill, 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
Sand Hill, PA

Average humidity in December - Sand Hill, 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
Sand Hill, PA

Average rainfall in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sand Hill, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sand Hill, PA

Average snowfall in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sand Hill, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Sand Hill, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sand Hill, 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
Sand Hill, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sand Hill, PA

Average UV index in December - Sand Hill, 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
Sand Hill, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Sand Hill, PA

Average visibility in December - Sand Hill, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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