December weather forecast
Westmoreland City, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 39°F (3.9°C) and min 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C) to a wintry 39°F (3.9°C). An average temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) marks the nights in Westmoreland City in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Westmoreland City, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, there are 183.8 rainfall days, and 35.16" (893mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated. In Westmoreland City, during the entire year, snow falls for 65 days and aggregates up to 28.98" (736mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Westmoreland City is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Westmoreland City, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Westmoreland City in December?

During December, Westmoreland City experiences an average high-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Westmoreland City?

In Westmoreland City, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Westmoreland City in December?

In Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Westmoreland City?

In Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.75" (146mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Westmoreland City?

The month with the shortest days in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Westmoreland City have in December?

In Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Westmoreland City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Westmoreland City?

In Westmoreland City, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Westmoreland City?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Westmoreland City?

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

Average temperature in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average pressure in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Westmoreland City, PA

Average wind speed in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average humidity in December - Westmoreland City, 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 April, July and August (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average rainfall in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average snowfall in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.05").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.2 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
Westmoreland City, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westmoreland City, 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 2min

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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average UV index in December - Westmoreland City, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Westmoreland City, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Westmoreland City, 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 34).

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Average visibility in December
Westmoreland City, PA

Average visibility in December - Westmoreland City, 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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