December weather forecast
Altoona, PA

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The scenic Horseshoe Curve in Altoona, Pennsylvania, from above, with a view of the scenic environs of deep tree cover, hills, and scenic lakes
The scenic Horseshoe Curve in Altoona, Pennsylvania, from above, with a view of the scenic environs of deep tree cover, hills, and scenic lakes

Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December in Altoona, Pennsylvania reveals prominent winter characteristics. The frequency of snowfall increases while the rain ebbs considerably. With diminished daylight, the temperatures exhibit a significant dip. Wind speeds peak in December, reinforcing the winter chill in the city. Concisely, the month of December is characterized by the coldest weather with temperature highs at 36.9°F (2.7°C) and lows plunging to a freezing 26.6°F (-3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Altoona cools down to an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In Altoona, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation. In Altoona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 25.31" (643mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Altoona, in December, during 11.1 snowfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.4 snowfall days, and 20.59" (523mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Altoona is 3.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and a low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.5" (89mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Altoona have in December?

In Altoona, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Altoona, PA

Average temperature in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Altoona, PA

Average pressure in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Altoona, PA

Average wind speed in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Altoona, PA

Average humidity in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Altoona, PA

Average rainfall in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Altoona, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Altoona, PA

Average snowfall in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Altoona, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altoona, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Altoona, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Altoona, PA

Average UV index in December - Altoona, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Altoona, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Altoona, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Altoona, PA

Average visibility in December - Altoona, 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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