December weather forecast
South Hills, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Hills, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.7°F (4.3°C) and min 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). During December, South Hills witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Hills, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In South Hills, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.64" (67mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Hills, there are 53.3 snowfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in South Hills, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in South Hills is 3.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in South Hills?

The high-temperature in South Hills, Pennsylvania, during December is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in South Hills?

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

How much does it rain in South Hills in December?

In South Hills, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in South Hills in December?

In South Hills, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Hills?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in South Hills, Pennsylvania.

How many hours of daylight does South Hills have in December?

In December, the average day length in South Hills is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in South Hills?

On the first day of December in South Hills, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in South Hills?

In South Hills, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Hills?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in South Hills?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
South Hills, PA

Average temperature in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Hills, PA

Average pressure in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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).

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Average wind speed in December
South Hills, PA

Average wind speed in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Hills, PA

Average humidity in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
South Hills, PA

Average rainfall in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Hills, PA

Average snowfall in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.64"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
South Hills, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Hills, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Hills, PA

Average UV index in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
South Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
South Hills, PA

Average visibility in December - South Hills, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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