December weather forecast
Donora, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Donora, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

Donora's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout the December nights, Donora encounters a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Donora, in December, during 14 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 35.24" (895mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Donora, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow. In Donora, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 25.08" (637mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Donora, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Donora, in December, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Donora, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 4.88" (124mm) 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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Donora have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Donora, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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
Donora, PA

Average temperature in December - Donora, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Donora, PA

Average pressure in December - Donora, 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
Donora, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Donora, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Donora, PA

Average rainfall in December - Donora, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Donora, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Donora, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Donora, PA

Average snowfall in December - Donora, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Donora, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Donora, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Donora, 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: 3h and 4min

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
Donora, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Donora, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Donora, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Donora, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Donora, 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
Donora, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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