December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December brings back the winter chill to Doylestown. Frosty mornings, short days, and the anticipation of holidays define the spirit of this season. Fresh outbursts of snow adorn the landscape, making for a scenic winter extravaganza. With an average snowfall of 2.13" (54mm), December opens the stage for a potential white Christmas. On a final note, the year bows out to a colder, darker but gorgeous atmosphere, setting the stage for a freshened beginning.

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Doylestown is 78%.

Rainfall

In Doylestown, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Doylestown, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. In Doylestown, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Doylestown, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Doylestown are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Doylestown, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Doylestown, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Doylestown?

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 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Doylestown, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Doylestown, 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Doylestown, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

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

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Doylestown, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Doylestown, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Doylestown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Doylestown, 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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