December weather forecast
Hegins, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hegins, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 39.2°F (4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 39.2°F (4°C) from November's frosty 48.2°F (9°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hegins, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation. In Hegins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.8 days and collects up to 8.5" (216mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hegins, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hegins, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.7 days and aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hegins is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Hegins experiences an average high-temperature of 39.2°F (4°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hegins?

In Hegins, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Hegins have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hegins have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Hegins are January through March, November and 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hegins, PA

Average temperature in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Hegins, PA

Average pressure in December - Hegins, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hegins, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hegins, PA

Average humidity in December - Hegins, 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 (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Hegins, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.1").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Hegins, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hegins, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hegins, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hegins, 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 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hegins, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hegins, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Hegins, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hegins, PA

Average visibility in December - Hegins, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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