December weather forecast
Birdell, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Birdell, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). In Birdell, an average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 138.3 rainfall days, and 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Birdell, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Birdell, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Birdell during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Birdell, in December, during 8.7 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Birdell, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Birdell, PA

Average temperature in December - Birdell, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Birdell, PA

Average pressure in December - Birdell, 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
Birdell, PA

Average wind speed in December - Birdell, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

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

Average humidity in December
Birdell, PA

Average humidity in December - Birdell, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Birdell, PA

Average rainfall in December - Birdell, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Birdell, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Birdell, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Birdell, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Birdell, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Birdell, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Birdell, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Birdell, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Birdell, PA

Average UV index in December - Birdell, 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
Birdell, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Birdell, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Birdell, PA

Average visibility in December - Birdell, 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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