December weather forecast
Bethayres, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bethayres, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In the month of December, the average temperature dips to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Bethayres, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bethayres, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bethayres, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 8.5" (216mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bethayres.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Bethayres experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bethayres?

In December, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Bethayres, PA

Average temperature in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethayres, PA

Average pressure in December - Bethayres, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bethayres, PA

Average wind speed in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethayres, PA

Average humidity in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethayres, PA

Average rainfall in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethayres, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethayres, PA

Average snowfall in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Bethayres, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethayres, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethayres, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Bethayres, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethayres, PA

Average UV index in December - Bethayres, 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
Bethayres, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Bethayres, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Bethayres, PA

Average visibility in December - Bethayres, 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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