December weather forecast
Swarthmore, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Swarthmore, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Swarthmore, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.6 days and aggregates up to 7.28" (185mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Swarthmore, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Swarthmore are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Swarthmore in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Swarthmore, records 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Swarthmore, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Swarthmore, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Swarthmore have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Swarthmore, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Swarthmore have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average temperature in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average pressure in December - Swarthmore, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average wind speed in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average humidity in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average rainfall in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average snowfall in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swarthmore, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average UV index in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Swarthmore, PA

Average visibility in December - Swarthmore, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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