December weather forecast
Avondale, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Avondale, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) is observed.

Humidity

February, May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Avondale, Pennsylvania, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.3 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Avondale, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.4 snowfall days, and 4.33" (110mm) 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 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, May, September, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Avondale, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Avondale, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Avondale, Pennsylvania, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Avondale have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Avondale have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Avondale, PA

Average pressure in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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).

Average wind speed in December
Avondale, PA

Average wind speed in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Avondale, PA

Average humidity in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May, September, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Avondale, PA

Average rainfall in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Avondale, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Avondale, PA

Average snowfall in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Avondale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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
Avondale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Avondale, PA

Average UV index in December - Avondale, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Avondale, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Avondale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Avondale, PA

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

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

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