December weather forecast
Zenith, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zenith, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

Zenith in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) to a cold 37.6°F (3.1°C). Throughout December, Zenith anticipates an average low-temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Zenith is 82%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.3 rainfall days, and 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Zenith. In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated. In Zenith, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.6 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) of snow.

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 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Zenith, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Zenith in December?

In Zenith, in December, the average high-temperature is 37.6°F (3.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Zenith?

In Zenith, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Zenith?

In Zenith, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Zenith?

In Zenith, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zenith?

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

How many hours of daylight does Zenith have in December?

In Zenith, the average day length in December is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Zenith?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zenith have in December?

In Zenith, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Zenith?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Zenith?

In Zenith, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zenith, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

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Average pressure in December
Zenith, PA

Average pressure in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Zenith, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Zenith, PA

Average humidity in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Zenith, PA

Average rainfall in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Zenith, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Zenith, PA

Average snowfall in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Zenith, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 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
Zenith, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zenith, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Zenith, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Zenith, PA

Average UV index in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Zenith, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Zenith, PA

Average visibility in December - Zenith, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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