December weather forecastSandy, PA
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Sandy, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.1°F (2.3°C) and min 25.5°F (-3.6°C).Temperature
In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C) in November to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). Sandy records a steady low-temperature average of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In December, in Sandy, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sandy, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177 days and collects up to 34.29" (871mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sandy, in December, during 16.5 snowfall days, 7.44" (189mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sandy, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.7 days and aggregates up to 36.38" (924mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 2.8h.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sandy, PA
- Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Sandy, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Sandy, PA
- Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Sandy, PA
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Sandy, PA
- Average rainfall in December: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").
Average rainfall days in December
Sandy, PA
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sandy, PA
- Average snowfall in December: 7.44"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.25").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sandy, PA
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandy, PA
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min
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: 2h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sandy, PA
- Average sunshine days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Sandy, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Sandy, PA
- Average cloud cover in December: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Sandy, PA
- Average visibility in December: 4mi
The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).
