December weather forecast
Swedesburg, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Swedesburg, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Swedesburg observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). Swedesburg observes an average nighttime temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Swedesburg, during December, the rain falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Swedesburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May and December are months with snowfall in Swedesburg. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Swedesburg, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Swedesburg, Pennsylvania, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
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. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Swedesburg?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Swedesburg, Pennsylvania, are 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Swedesburg?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Swedesburg?

In December, in Swedesburg, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Swedesburg?

December is the first month it typically snows in Swedesburg. Throughout December, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Swedesburg?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Swedesburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Swedesburg?

On the first day of December in Swedesburg, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Swedesburg have in December?

In Swedesburg, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Swedesburg?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Swedesburg?

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

Average temperature in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°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 (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Swedesburg, 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
Swedesburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swedesburg, 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 0min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Swedesburg, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Swedesburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Swedesburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Swedesburg, PA

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

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

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