December weather forecast
Hector, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hector, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°F (-4.4°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

Hector in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C) in November to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C). Hector, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Hector is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hector, Pennsylvania, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.64" (67mm) of precipitation. In Hector, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 30.83" (783mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hector, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 18 days, with typically accumulated 7.95" (202mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 86.8 snowfall days, and 41.54" (1055mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Hector, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hector. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hector in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hector, is 34.2°F (1.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hector?

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

How much does it rain in Hector in December?

In Hector, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.64" (67mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hector in December?

In December, in Hector, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 18 days. Throughout December, 7.95" (202mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hector?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hector have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hector?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hector, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hector?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hector?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hector, Pennsylvania, is 2.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hector?

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 in Hector?

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

Average temperature in December - Hector, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hector, PA

Average pressure in December - Hector, 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
Hector, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hector, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hector, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hector, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hector, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.64"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Hector, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hector, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hector, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hector, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 7.95"

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
Hector, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hector, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hector, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hector, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hector, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Hector, PA

Average UV index in December - Hector, 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
Hector, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hector, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Hector, PA

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

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

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