December weather forecast
Hillegass, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hillegass, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Hillegass's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). In the month of December, Hillegass records a consistent average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hillegass, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.5 days and collects up to 28.15" (715mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hillegass, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27 snowfall days, and 12.52" (318mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Hillegass, the average high-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hillegass, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillegass?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hillegass, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hillegass?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillegass, PA

Average temperature in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hillegass, PA

Average pressure in December - Hillegass, 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
Hillegass, PA

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

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

Average humidity in December
Hillegass, PA

Average humidity in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hillegass, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Hillegass, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hillegass, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hillegass, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hillegass, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Hillegass, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
Hillegass, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hillegass, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hillegass, PA

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

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

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