December weather forecast
West Kittanning, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in West Kittanning, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between -2.6°C (27.3°F) and 3.6°C (38.5°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 8.9°C (48°F) in November to a cold 3.6°C (38.5°F). West Kittanning's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold -2.6°C (27.3°F) during December.

Humidity

In West Kittanning, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In West Kittanning, in December, snow falls for 13 days, with typically accumulated 119mm (4.69") of snow. In West Kittanning, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 616mm (24.25") of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 Kittanning. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Kittanning?

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

What is the average humidity in December in West Kittanning?

The average relative humidity in December in West Kittanning is 85%.

How much does it rain in West Kittanning in December?

In December, in West Kittanning, Pennsylvania, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in West Kittanning?

In West Kittanning, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 119mm (4.69") of snow.

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

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Kittanning?

On the first day of December in West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning?

The average sunshine duration in December in West Kittanning is 3.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Kittanning?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Kittanning, PA

Average temperature in December - West Kittanning, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
West Kittanning, PA

Average pressure in December - West Kittanning, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1020.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
West Kittanning, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Kittanning, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
West Kittanning, PA

Average humidity in December - West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Kittanning, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (55mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
West Kittanning, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Kittanning, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 119mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (169mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
West Kittanning, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning, PA

Average UV index in December - West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Kittanning, 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 Kittanning, PA

Average visibility in December - West Kittanning, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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