December weather forecast
Hartleton, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hartleton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Hartleton expects an average low of 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hartleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.6 days and collects up to 33.54" (852mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hartleton, in December, during 8.2 snowfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hartleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.3 days and aggregates up to 23.11" (587mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 38.5°F (3.6°C) and the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hartleton, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hartleton, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hartleton?

In Hartleton, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Hartleton, Pennsylvania, the average day length in December is 9h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hartleton, PA

Average temperature in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hartleton, PA

Average pressure in December - Hartleton, 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
Hartleton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Hartleton, PA

Average humidity in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hartleton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Hartleton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hartleton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.7"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hartleton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hartleton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hartleton, PA

Average UV index in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hartleton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hartleton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hartleton, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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