December weather forecast
Glenside, PA

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Weather in December

Rounding out the year, December brings the charm of holiday spirit, accompanied by a significant drop in temperature in Glenside. Average daytime temperatures cool down to 42.8°F (6°C), fully setting the winter scene. It's a magical time as the city is often decorated with a layer of snow, adding a festive spirit to holiday celebrations. Despite the increasingly shorter days, the bright and festive lights of Christmas fill the city with warmth and joy. Undeniably, this winter month whirls a blend of chilly weather and holiday cheer, making December a joyous time to be in Glenside.

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). The average nighttime temperature in Glenside lowers to a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Glenside, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Glenside, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Glenside, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.3 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

In Glenside, 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Glenside, Pennsylvania, during December are 42.8°F (6°C) and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Glenside, 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?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Glenside, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

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 many hours of sunshine does Glenside have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Glenside, PA

Average temperature in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average pressure in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average wind speed in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average humidity in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average rainfall in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average snowfall in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average UV index in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Glenside, 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
Glenside, PA

Average visibility in December - Glenside, 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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