December weather forecast
Vanderbilt, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vanderbilt, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

A shift in Vanderbilt's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Vanderbilt is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Vanderbilt, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Vanderbilt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 16.65" (423mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Vanderbilt are January through May, October through December. In Vanderbilt, in December, during 11.5 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.2 snowfall days, and 17.44" (443mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Vanderbilt, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Vanderbilt are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Vanderbilt in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Vanderbilt, is 39.7°F (4.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Vanderbilt?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Vanderbilt?

In Vanderbilt, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Vanderbilt in December?

In Vanderbilt, in December, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Vanderbilt?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Vanderbilt, Pennsylvania.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Vanderbilt?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Vanderbilt have in December?

In Vanderbilt, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Vanderbilt?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Vanderbilt?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Vanderbilt, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vanderbilt, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average pressure in December - Vanderbilt, 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
Vanderbilt, PA

Average wind speed in December - Vanderbilt, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average humidity in December - Vanderbilt, 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 July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average rainfall in December - Vanderbilt, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.97").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Vanderbilt, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average snowfall in December - Vanderbilt, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Vanderbilt, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 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
Vanderbilt, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vanderbilt, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Vanderbilt, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (8.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Vanderbilt, PA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Vanderbilt, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Vanderbilt, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Vanderbilt, PA

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

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

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