December weather forecast
Economy, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Economy, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a subzero cold 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Economy, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Economy, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Economy, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.4 days and aggregates up to 12.36" (314mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.7°F (-2.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), 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 Economy, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Economy, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Economy, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Economy have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Economy have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Economy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Economy, PA

Average temperature in December - Economy, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Economy, PA

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

Average wind speed in December
Economy, PA

Average wind speed in December - Economy, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Economy, PA

Average humidity in December - Economy, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Economy, PA

Average rainfall in December - Economy, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Economy, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Economy, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Economy, PA

Average snowfall in December - Economy, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Economy, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Economy, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Economy, 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: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Economy, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Economy, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Economy, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Economy, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Economy, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Economy, PA

Average visibility in December - Economy, 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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