December weather forecast
Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Georgetown of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Georgetown of Philadelphia, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Georgetown of Philadelphia, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Georgetown of Philadelphia, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 Georgetown of Philadelphia. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Georgetown of Philadelphia in December has an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Georgetown of Philadelphia?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Georgetown of Philadelphia, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Georgetown of Philadelphia, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Georgetown of Philadelphia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Georgetown of Philadelphia, 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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