December weather forecast
Potterstown, NJ

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Potterstown, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). An average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is recorded in the month of December in Potterstown.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Potterstown are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Potterstown, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Potterstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.3 days and collects up to 29.06" (738mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Potterstown. In Potterstown, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Potterstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 27 days and aggregates up to 12.2" (310mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Potterstown, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Potterstown is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Potterstown?

In December, in Potterstown, the average high-temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Potterstown?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Potterstown?

In Potterstown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Potterstown in December?

In Potterstown, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Potterstown in December?

In Potterstown, New Jersey, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Potterstown?

December has the shortest days of the year in Potterstown, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Potterstown have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Potterstown?

On the first day of December in Potterstown, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Potterstown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Potterstown?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Potterstown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Potterstown is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average temperature in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°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 (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average pressure in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average wind speed in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average humidity in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average rainfall in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average rainfall days in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average snowfall in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average snowfall days in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • 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 5min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average sunshine days in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average UV index in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average cloud cover in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Potterstown, NJ

Average visibility in December - Potterstown, NJ
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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