December weather forecast
Switzer, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Switzer, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 40.3°F (4.6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 50°F (10°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Switzer averages of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Switzer, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Switzer, Pennsylvania, are January through May, October through December. In Switzer, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Switzer, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.4 days and aggregates up to 15.87" (403mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Switzer is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Switzer in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Switzer, is 40.3°F (4.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Switzer?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Switzer?

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Switzer?

In Switzer, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Switzer?

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

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

The average day length in December in Switzer, Pennsylvania, is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Switzer?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, in Switzer, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Switzer?

The average sunshine duration in December in Switzer, Pennsylvania, is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Switzer?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Switzer?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Switzer is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Switzer, PA

Average temperature in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°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 (34.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Switzer, PA

Average pressure in December - Switzer, 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
Switzer, PA

Average wind speed in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Switzer, PA

Average humidity in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Switzer, PA

Average rainfall in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Switzer, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Switzer, PA

Average snowfall in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.36"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.29").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Switzer, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Switzer, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Switzer, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Switzer, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Switzer, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Switzer, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Switzer, PA

Average visibility in December - Switzer, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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