December weather forecast
Marietta, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Marietta, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Marietta's average low-temperature is measured at a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Marietta, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.2 rainfall days, and 16.22" (412mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Marietta, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 6.1" (155mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Marietta, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Marietta is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Marietta, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Marietta, in December, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) 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 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Marietta is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:50 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Marietta have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Marietta?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Marietta, PA

Average temperature in December - Marietta, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Marietta, PA

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

Average wind speed in December
Marietta, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Marietta, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Marietta, PA

Average rainfall in December - Marietta, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Marietta, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Marietta, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marietta, PA

Average snowfall in December - Marietta, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marietta, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Marietta, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marietta, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marietta, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Marietta, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Marietta, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Marietta, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Marietta, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Marietta, PA

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

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

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