December weather forecast
Hermitage, PA

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Weather in December

December embodies the essence of winter in Hermitage with snowfall nearly doubling to 5.98" (152mm) from November. The city is thus transformed into a winter wonderland, creating an idyllic backdrop for holiday festivities. It marks the beginning of the town's coldest quarter, with temperatures continuing to decrease throughout the month. The sunlight becomes scarce, reduced to a mere 9.3 daylight hours. Despite the cold winds and heavy snowfall, the holiday spirit permeates the city of Hermitage, turning the harsh winter conditions into a charming seasonal setting.

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a wintry 37.6°F (3.1°C) from November's frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Hermitage's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Hermitage, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.1 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hermitage, in December, during 15.5 snowfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hermitage, during the entire year, snow falls for 76.4 days and aggregates up to 31.69" (805mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Hermitage experiences an average high-temperature of 37.6°F (3.1°C) and a low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hermitage?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hermitage, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hermitage?

In Hermitage, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 15.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.98" (152mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Hermitage have in December?

In Hermitage, the average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.9h.

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 Hermitage, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hermitage, PA

Average temperature in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hermitage, PA

Average pressure in December - Hermitage, 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
Hermitage, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hermitage, PA

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Hermitage, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.72"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Hermitage, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hermitage, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hermitage, PA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hermitage, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hermitage, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6 days).

Average UV index in December
Hermitage, PA

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hermitage, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Hermitage, PA

Average visibility in December - Hermitage, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

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

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