December weather forecast
Harford, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Harford, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°F (1.3°C) and min 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) to a wintry 34.3°F (1.3°C). Harford, in December, experiences an average temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Harford, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Harford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.7 days and collects up to 32.05" (814mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Harford, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 7.52" (191mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Harford, during the entire year, snow falls for 80.1 days and aggregates up to 41.93" (1065mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and a low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Harford is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Harford, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Harford, during December, snow falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7.52" (191mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Harford, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Harford, PA

Average temperature in December - Harford, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Harford, PA

Average pressure in December - Harford, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Harford, PA

Average wind speed in December - Harford, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Harford, PA

Average humidity in December - Harford, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Harford, PA

Average rainfall in December - Harford, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Harford, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Harford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Harford, PA

Average snowfall in December - Harford, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.52"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Harford, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Harford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harford, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Harford, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Harford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Harford, PA

Average UV index in December - Harford, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Harford, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Harford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Harford, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (4mi).

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