December weather forecast
Hamilton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hamilton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C) to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Hamilton, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hamilton, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hamilton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.9 days and collects up to 22.13" (562mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hamilton, during December, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In Hamilton, during the entire year, snow falls for 71 days and aggregates up to 22.32" (567mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.6h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Hamilton in December has an average high-temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hamilton, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hamilton, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hamilton, during December, snow falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hamilton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 4:58 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hamilton have in December?

In Hamilton, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hamilton, PA

Average temperature in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (58.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hamilton, PA

Average pressure in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hamilton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hamilton, PA

Average humidity in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hamilton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Hamilton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hamilton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.63").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hamilton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hamilton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hamilton, 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: 2h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hamilton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hamilton, PA

Average UV index in December - Hamilton, 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
Hamilton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Hamilton, PA

Average visibility in December - Hamilton, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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