December weather forecast
Forest Park, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Forest Park, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Forest Park falls to an average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Forest Park, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Forest Park, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Forest Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Forest Park is 5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Forest Park. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. 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. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Park have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Forest Park is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Forest Park is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Forest Park, PA

Average temperature in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Forest Park, PA

Average pressure in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Forest Park, PA

Average wind speed in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Forest Park, PA

Average humidity in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Forest Park, PA

Average rainfall in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Forest Park, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forest Park, PA

Average snowfall in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Forest Park, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 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
Forest Park, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Park, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forest Park, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Forest Park, PA

Average UV index in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Forest Park, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Forest Park, PA

Average visibility in December - Forest Park, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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