December weather forecast
Westwood Heights, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Westwood Heights, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and an average low of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to an icy 40.1°F (4.5°C). In December, Westwood Heights experiences an average nighttime temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In Westwood Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Westwood Heights, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Westwood Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.1 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Westwood Heights. In Westwood Heights, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Westwood Heights, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Westwood Heights is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Westwood Heights are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Westwood Heights in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Westwood Heights, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Westwood Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Westwood Heights, Pennsylvania, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Westwood Heights in December?

In Westwood Heights, during December, the rain falls for 9.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Westwood Heights in December?

In Westwood Heights, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Westwood Heights?

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

How many hours of daylight does Westwood Heights have in December?

In December, the average day length in Westwood Heights is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Westwood Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Westwood Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Westwood Heights is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Westwood Heights?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Westwood Heights?

In Westwood Heights, 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
Westwood Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 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
Westwood Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Westwood Heights, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Westwood Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in December
Westwood Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Westwood Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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