December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in United, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

United's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in November to an icy 39.2°F (4°C). The temperature dips to an average of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In United, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in United, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in United, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in United. In United, in December, snow falls for 12.8 days, with typically accumulated 6.1" (155mm) of snow. In United, during the entire year, snow falls for 63.2 days and aggregates up to 29.02" (737mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in United, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in United, Pennsylvania, is 3.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in United during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in United, Pennsylvania, are 39.2°F (4°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in United?

In United, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in United in December?

In United, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in United in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in United?

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

How many hours of daylight does United have in December?

In United, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in United?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does United have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in United?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in United, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
United, PA

Average temperature in December - United, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
United, PA

Average pressure in December - United, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
United, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
United, PA

Average humidity in December - United, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
United, PA

Average rainfall in December - United, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
United, PA

Average rainfall days in December - United, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
United, PA

Average snowfall in December - United, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
United, PA

Average snowfall days in December - United, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 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
United, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - United, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
United, PA

Average sunshine days in December - United, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
United, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
United, PA

Average cloud cover in December - United, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
United, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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