December weather forecast
Slatington, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Slatington, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°F (3.5°C) and min 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's frosty 48.2°F (9°C) to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). An average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is noted during the nights in December in Slatington.

Humidity

In Slatington, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Slatington, during December, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.1 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Slatington, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.6" (66mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Slatington, there are 34 snowfall days, and 16.73" (425mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Slatington, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Slatington, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Slatington?

In Slatington, 38.3°F (3.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Slatington?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How much does it rain in Slatington in December?

In Slatington, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Slatington in December?

In Slatington, during December, snow falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Slatington?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Slatington?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Slatington, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Slatington have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Slatington?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Slatington?

In Slatington, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Slatington, PA

Average temperature in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Slatington, PA

Average pressure in December - Slatington, 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
Slatington, PA

Average wind speed in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Slatington, PA

Average humidity in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Slatington, PA

Average rainfall in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Slatington, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Slatington, PA

Average snowfall in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.6"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Slatington, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.5 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
Slatington, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Slatington, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Slatington, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Slatington, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Slatington, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Slatington, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Slatington, PA

Average visibility in December - Slatington, 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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