December weather forecast
Lenape Heights, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Lenape Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°F (3.6°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Lenape Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Lenape Heights, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lenape Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.9 days and collects up to 34.88" (886mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lenape Heights, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lenape Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.2 days and aggregates up to 24.25" (616mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lenape Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Lenape Heights, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lenape Heights, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13 days. Throughout December, 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

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

In Lenape Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Lenape Heights, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

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

In Lenape Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 Lenape Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lenape Heights, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Lenape Heights, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.65").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lenape Heights, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Lenape Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Lenape Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Lenape Heights, PA

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

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

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