December weather forecast
Abington, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Abington, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Abington, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Abington, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.3 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Abington, Pennsylvania, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Abington in December?

In Abington, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Abington, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Abington, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Abington, PA

Average temperature in December - Abington, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Abington, PA

Average pressure in December - Abington, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Abington, PA

Average wind speed in December - Abington, PA
  • 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 (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Abington, PA

Average humidity in December - Abington, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Abington, PA

Average rainfall in December - Abington, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Abington, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Abington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Abington, PA

Average snowfall in December - Abington, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Abington, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Abington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abington, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Abington, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Abington, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Abington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Abington, PA

Average UV index in December - Abington, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Abington, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Abington, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Abington, PA

Average visibility in December - Abington, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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