December weather forecast
Kirwan Heights, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Kirwan Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.4°F (-2°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) in November to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). Kirwan Heights experiences a mean low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Kirwan Heights, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirwan Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.6 days and collects up to 11.5" (292mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Kirwan Heights, Pennsylvania. In Kirwan Heights, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 3.66" (93mm) 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 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Kirwan Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Kirwan Heights is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kirwan Heights during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kirwan Heights, records 39.7°F (4.3°C), while the low-temperature is 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kirwan Heights?

The average relative humidity in December in Kirwan Heights, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Kirwan Heights in December?

In Kirwan Heights, Pennsylvania, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Kirwan Heights?

In Kirwan Heights, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kirwan Heights?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Kirwan Heights?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kirwan Heights?

On the first day of December in Kirwan Heights, Pennsylvania, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kirwan Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kirwan Heights is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kirwan Heights?

The month with the lowest UV index in Kirwan Heights is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kirwan Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kirwan Heights is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirwan Heights, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Kirwan Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Kirwan Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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