December weather forecast
Edwardsville, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Edwardsville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and max 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142.7 rainfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. In Edwardsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Edwardsville is 3.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 36.9°F (2.7°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

How much does it rain in Edwardsville in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Edwardsville, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) 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 Edwardsville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Edwardsville, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Edwardsville, PA

Average pressure in December - Edwardsville, 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
Edwardsville, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Edwardsville, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Edwardsville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Edwardsville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Edwardsville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Edwardsville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Edwardsville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Edwardsville, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Edwardsville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Edwardsville, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Edwardsville, PA

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

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

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