December weather forecast
Fayette City, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fayette City, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Fayette City cools down to an average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Fayette City, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Fayette City, during December, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 35.24" (895mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Fayette City, in December, during 12.6 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fayette City, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.2 days and aggregates up to 25.08" (637mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Fayette City in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fayette City, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.8°F (-1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fayette City, in December, snow falls for 12.6 days, with typically accumulated 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Fayette City have in December?

In Fayette City, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

When is 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fayette City, PA

Average temperature in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Fayette City, PA

Average pressure in December - Fayette City, 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
Fayette City, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Fayette City, PA

Average humidity in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Fayette City, PA

Average rainfall in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Fayette City, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fayette City, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.26").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fayette City, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fayette City, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fayette City, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fayette City, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fayette City, PA

Average UV index in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Fayette City, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Fayette City, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Fayette City, PA

Average visibility in December - Fayette City, 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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