December weather forecast
West Hills, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Hills, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). West Hills experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In West Hills, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.9 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in West Hills, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Hills, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, in West Hills, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Hills, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Hills. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in West Hills?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Hills during December are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Hills?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How much does it rain in West Hills in December?

In West Hills, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Hills in December?

In West Hills, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Hills?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Hills have in December?

In West Hills, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Hills?

On the first day of December in West Hills, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Hills?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Hills is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Hills?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in West Hills.

How high is the UV index in December in West Hills?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in West Hills is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Hills, PA

Average temperature in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Hills, PA

Average pressure in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Hills, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Hills, PA

Average humidity in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Hills, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Hills, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 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
West Hills, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Hills, PA

Average UV index in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
West Hills, PA

Average visibility in December - West Hills, 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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