December weather forecast
Cheyney, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cheyney, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

Cheyney's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Cheyney witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Cheyney, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Cheyney, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cheyney, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 11.81" (300mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cheyney, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Cheyney in December has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Cheyney, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Cheyney, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) 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 Cheyney have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cheyney?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Cheyney?

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 Cheyney, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cheyney, PA

Average temperature in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Cheyney, PA

Average pressure in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cheyney, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cheyney, PA

Average humidity in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cheyney, PA

Average rainfall in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Cheyney, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cheyney, PA

Average snowfall in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cheyney, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cheyney, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cheyney, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Cheyney, PA

Average UV index in December - Cheyney, 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
Cheyney, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Cheyney, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Cheyney, PA

Average visibility in December - Cheyney, 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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