December weather forecast
Limerick, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Limerick, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) is witnessed throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Limerick is 79%.

Rainfall

In Limerick, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Limerick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Limerick. In Limerick, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Limerick, 41.5°F (5.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.2°F (-1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Limerick, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) 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 Limerick have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Limerick.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Limerick?

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

Average temperature in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Limerick, PA

Average pressure in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Limerick, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Limerick, PA

Average humidity in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Limerick, PA

Average rainfall in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Limerick, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Limerick, PA

Average snowfall in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Limerick, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Limerick, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Limerick, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Limerick, PA

Average UV index in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Limerick, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Limerick, PA

Average visibility in December - Limerick, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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