December weather forecast
McMurray, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McMurray, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from November's chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C) to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a freezing cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

In McMurray, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McMurray, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.9 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In McMurray, during December, snow falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of snow. In McMurray, during the entire year, snow falls for 60 days and aggregates up to 23.31" (592mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.4h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in McMurray, Pennsylvania. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The average high-temperature, in December, in McMurray, is 40.1°F (4.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In McMurray, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In McMurray, in December, during 13 snowfall days, 4.53" (115mm) of snow is typically 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.

How many hours of daylight does McMurray have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in McMurray?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McMurray, PA

Average temperature in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
McMurray, PA

Average pressure in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McMurray, PA

Average wind speed in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
McMurray, PA

Average humidity in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
McMurray, PA

Average rainfall in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
McMurray, PA

Average rainfall days in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
McMurray, PA

Average snowfall in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.53"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McMurray, PA

Average snowfall days in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McMurray, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
McMurray, PA

Average sunshine days in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
McMurray, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
McMurray, PA

Average cloud cover in December - McMurray, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
McMurray, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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