December weather forecast
Meridian, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Meridian, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°F (3.5°C) and min 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a frosty 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Meridian's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a subzero cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Meridian, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Meridian, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 58.1 snowfall days, and 14.41" (366mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Meridian, in December, during 12.6 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Meridian have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:02 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meridian have in December?

In Meridian, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Meridian, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Meridian, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Meridian, PA

Average pressure in December - Meridian, 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
Meridian, PA

Average wind speed in December - Meridian, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Meridian, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Meridian, PA

Average rainfall in December - Meridian, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Meridian, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Meridian, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meridian, PA

Average snowfall in December - Meridian, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.44"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meridian, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Meridian, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Meridian, 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: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meridian, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Meridian, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Meridian, PA

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Meridian, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Meridian, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Meridian, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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