December weather forecast
Fairmount Springs, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fairmount Springs, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 27°F (-2.8°C) and 37.6°F (3.1°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C) in November to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C). Fairmount Springs's average low-temperature in December is measured at a freezing cold 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Fairmount Springs is 82%.

Rainfall

In Fairmount Springs, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairmount Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 31.06" (789mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fairmount Springs, in December, snow falls for 9.4 days, with typically accumulated 3.94" (100mm) of snow. In Fairmount Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.6 days and aggregates up to 22.91" (582mm) 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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 37.6°F (3.1°C) and 27°F (-2.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 3.94" (100mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairmount Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairmount Springs have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is 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 Fairmount Springs, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average temperature in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average pressure in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average wind speed in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

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 (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average humidity in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average rainfall in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairmount Springs, 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: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average UV index in December - Fairmount Springs, 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
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Fairmount Springs, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Fairmount Springs, PA

Average visibility in December - Fairmount Springs, 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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