December weather forecast
Forty Fort, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Forty Fort's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) in November to an icy 36.9°F (2.7°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a subzero cold 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation. In Forty Fort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 13.19" (335mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Forty Fort, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow. In Forty Fort, during the entire year, snow falls for 49.9 days and aggregates up to 9.92" (252mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Forty Fort?

The high-temperature during December is 36.9°F (2.7°C) and the low-temperature is 25.9°F (-3.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Forty Fort, Pennsylvania, in December, during 11.3 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 10 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) 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 in Forty Fort.

How many hours of daylight does Forty Fort have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Forty Fort?

The average sunshine duration in December in Forty Fort is 3.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Forty Fort?

In Forty Fort, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average temperature in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average pressure in December - Forty Fort, 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
Forty Fort, PA

Average wind speed in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

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 (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average humidity in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average rainfall in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average snowfall in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forty Fort, 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: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average UV index in December - Forty Fort, 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
Forty Fort, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Forty Fort, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Forty Fort, PA

Average visibility in December - Forty Fort, 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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