December weather forecast
Hopewell, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hopewell, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's frosty 48°F (8.9°C) to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Hopewell, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hopewell, there are 146.6 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 14.61" (371mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Hopewell, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hopewell, Pennsylvania, in December, during 10.2 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hopewell, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 4:57 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hopewell is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 in Hopewell?

In Hopewell, Pennsylvania, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Hopewell, PA

Average temperature in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hopewell, PA

Average pressure in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hopewell, PA

Average wind speed in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hopewell, PA

Average humidity in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hopewell, PA

Average rainfall in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Hopewell, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hopewell, PA

Average snowfall in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hopewell, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopewell, 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 24min).

  • 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 January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hopewell, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Hopewell, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Hopewell, PA

Average UV index in December - Hopewell, 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
Hopewell, PA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Hopewell, PA

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

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

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