December weather forecast
Bedford, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bedford, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a chilly 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to Bedford.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Bedford is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bedford, Pennsylvania, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bedford, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Bedford, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Bedford. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Bedford, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bedford, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bedford, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Bedford have in December?

In Bedford, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Bedford, PA

Average temperature in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bedford, PA

Average pressure in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"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
Bedford, PA

Average wind speed in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bedford, PA

Average humidity in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bedford, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Bedford, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bedford, PA

Average snowfall in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bedford, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bedford, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bedford, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Bedford, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Bedford, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Bedford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Bedford, PA

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

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

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