December weather forecast
Glenolden, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Glenolden, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). December nights in Glenolden observe an average temperature dip to a wintry 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Glenolden, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Glenolden, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Glenolden, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Glenolden, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Glenolden?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Glenolden are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Glenolden?

In Glenolden, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Glenolden, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glenolden?

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 December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glenolden have in December?

In Glenolden, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Glenolden?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Glenolden is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Glenolden, PA

Average temperature in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Glenolden, PA

Average pressure in December - Glenolden, 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
Glenolden, PA

Average wind speed in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Glenolden, PA

Average humidity in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Glenolden, PA

Average rainfall in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Glenolden, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glenolden, PA

Average snowfall in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glenolden, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Glenolden, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glenolden, 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 1min

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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glenolden, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Glenolden, PA

Average UV index in December - Glenolden, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Glenolden, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Glenolden, PA

Average visibility in December - Glenolden, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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