December weather forecast
Fishertown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Fishertown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's chilly 48.2°F (9°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). An average temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Fishertown, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Fishertown, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126 rainfall days, and 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Fishertown, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Fishertown, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) 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 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, in Fishertown, the average high-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fishertown, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Fishertown, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Fishertown, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fishertown have in December?

In Fishertown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Fishertown, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Fishertown, PA

Average humidity in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fishertown, PA

Average snowfall in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fishertown, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fishertown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Fishertown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Fishertown, PA

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

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

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