December weather forecast
Ford Cliff, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Ford Cliff, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 48°F (8.9°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). Ford Cliff reports an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Ford Cliff, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.9 rainfall days, and 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ford Cliff, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.2 snowfall days, and 24.25" (616mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ford Cliff, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ford Cliff, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ford Cliff during December are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) respectively. In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Ford Cliff, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ford Cliff, Pennsylvania, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ford Cliff, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ford Cliff have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ford Cliff, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average pressure in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ford Cliff, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average humidity in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average rainfall in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average snowfall in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ford Cliff, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average UV index in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Ford Cliff, PA

Average visibility in December - Ford Cliff, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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