December weather forecast
Manhattan, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Manhattan, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average low of 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C). Manhattan witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Manhattan, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Manhattan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.8 days and collects up to 15.71" (399mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Manhattan, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Manhattan, Pennsylvania, there are 43.8 snowfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Manhattan, in December, the average high-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Manhattan?

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December in Manhattan?

In Manhattan, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Manhattan have in December?

In Manhattan, the average day length in December is 9h and 13min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Manhattan?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Manhattan?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Manhattan, PA

Average temperature in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Manhattan, PA

Average pressure in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"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
Manhattan, PA

Average wind speed in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Manhattan, PA

Average humidity in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

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

Average rainfall in December
Manhattan, PA

Average rainfall in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Manhattan, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manhattan, PA

Average snowfall in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manhattan, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manhattan, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Manhattan, PA

Average UV index in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Manhattan, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Manhattan, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 69).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Manhattan, PA

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

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

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