December weather forecast
Hop Bottom, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hop Bottom, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°F (-4.2°C) and max 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C) in November to a wintry 34.7°F (1.5°C). Hop Bottom's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Hop Bottom, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hop Bottom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.2 days and collects up to 23.94" (608mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Hop Bottom, during December, snow falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 71.7 snowfall days, and 26.81" (681mm) 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 7:11 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Hop Bottom in December has an average high-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hop Bottom in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

February and December, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hop Bottom is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hop Bottom?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Hop Bottom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average temperature in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average pressure in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average humidity in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.55").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hop Bottom, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average UV index in December - Hop Bottom, 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
Hop Bottom, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Hop Bottom, PA

Average visibility in December - Hop Bottom, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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