December weather forecast
West Springfield, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Springfield, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). The temperature in West Springfield during December sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In West Springfield, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Springfield, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.6 days and collects up to 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In West Springfield, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 11.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.76" (70mm) of snow. In West Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 58 days and aggregates up to 15.39" (391mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in West Springfield in December?

West Springfield in December has an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Springfield?

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Springfield?

In West Springfield, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Springfield in December?

In West Springfield, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Springfield.

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

In December, the average day length in West Springfield is 9h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Springfield?

On the first day of December in West Springfield, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

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

In West Springfield, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

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

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

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

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

Average temperature in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Springfield, PA

Average pressure in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Springfield, PA

Average wind speed in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Springfield, PA

Average humidity in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Springfield, PA

Average rainfall in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Springfield, PA

Average rainfall days in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Springfield, PA

Average snowfall in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.76"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.84").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Springfield, PA

Average snowfall days in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Springfield, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Springfield, PA

Average sunshine days in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Springfield, PA

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
West Springfield, PA

Average cloud cover in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
West Springfield, PA

Average visibility in December - West Springfield, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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