December weather forecast
West Reading, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Reading, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) in November to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in West Reading, Pennsylvania, is 80%.

Rainfall

In West Reading, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Reading, there are 155.7 rainfall days, and 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in West Reading. In December, in West Reading, it is snowing for 3.7 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in West Reading, there are 21.1 snowfall days, and 12.28" (312mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Reading is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In West Reading, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Reading are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Reading in December?

In West Reading, 40.6°F (4.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Reading?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in West Reading in December?

In West Reading, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Reading in December?

In West Reading, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 3.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

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

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in West Reading is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Reading?

On the first day of December in West Reading, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Reading have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in West Reading, Pennsylvania, is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Reading?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Reading?

In West Reading, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Reading, PA

Average temperature in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Reading, PA

Average pressure in December - West Reading, 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 (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Reading, PA

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

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

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Average humidity in December
West Reading, PA

Average humidity in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Reading, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Reading, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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 Reading, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Reading, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Reading, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Reading, PA

Average UV index in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
West Reading, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
West Reading, PA

Average visibility in December - West Reading, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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