December weather forecast
Lawson Heights, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lawson Heights, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.8 rainfall days, and 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lawson Heights, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. In Lawson Heights, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 18.62" (473mm) of snow.

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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lawson Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lawson Heights, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lawson Heights, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Lawson Heights have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Lawson Heights, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lawson Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Lawson Heights, 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
Lawson Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lawson 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lawson Heights, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lawson Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lawson Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Lawson Heights, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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