December weather forecast
Leetsdale, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Leetsdale, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). During December, Leetsdale records an average temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Leetsdale, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Leetsdale, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Leetsdale, there are 171.3 rainfall days, and 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Leetsdale. In Leetsdale, during December, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Leetsdale, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.4 days and aggregates up to 12.36" (314mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Leetsdale, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Leetsdale, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Leetsdale, is 38.5°F (3.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Leetsdale, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leetsdale?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Leetsdale, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading 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
Leetsdale, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average pressure in December - Leetsdale, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average wind speed in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average humidity in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average rainfall in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average snowfall in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leetsdale, 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: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Leetsdale, PA

Average UV index in December - Leetsdale, 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
Leetsdale, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Leetsdale, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Leetsdale, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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