December weather forecast
Carnegie, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Carnegie, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.7°F (4.3°C) and min 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). Carnegie witnesses an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Carnegie, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Carnegie, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 132.6 rainfall days, and 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carnegie, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Carnegie, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

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 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Carnegie, is 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Carnegie, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carnegie, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Carnegie, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Carnegie, PA

Average temperature in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Carnegie, PA

Average pressure in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carnegie, PA

Average wind speed in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Carnegie, PA

Average humidity in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Carnegie, PA

Average rainfall in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Carnegie, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carnegie, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carnegie, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carnegie, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carnegie, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Carnegie, PA

Average UV index in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Carnegie, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Carnegie, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Carnegie, PA

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

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

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