December weather forecast
Fairfield, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fairfield, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Fairfield's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 10.59" (269mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fairfield, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Fairfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.2 days and aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fairfield?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fairfield, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fairfield, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically 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.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fairfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in December?

In Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfield, PA

Average temperature in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairfield, PA

Average pressure in December - Fairfield, 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
Fairfield, PA

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

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

Average humidity in December
Fairfield, PA

Average humidity in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairfield, PA

Average rainfall in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.26").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairfield, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairfield, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairfield, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairfield, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairfield, PA

Average UV index in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Fairfield, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Fairfield, PA

Average visibility in December - Fairfield, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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