December weather forecast
Marion Heights, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Marion Heights, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 27.7°F (-2.4°C) and 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December introduces a moderate change in Marion Heights's weather, with average high-temperatures falling from November's frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Marion Heights, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Marion Heights, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Marion Heights, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Marion Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.6 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, in Marion Heights, the average high-temperature is 38.3°F (3.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Marion Heights?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Marion Heights, during December, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Marion Heights, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Marion Heights, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Marion 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Marion Heights, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (1.97").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Marion 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Marion Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Marion Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Marion Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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