December weather forecast
Monaca, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Monaca, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is experienced.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Monaca, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Monaca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.7 days and collects up to 21.22" (539mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Monaca, in December, during 12 snowfall days, 2.44" (62mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Monaca, during the entire year, snow falls for 60.6 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Monaca, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Monaca, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Monaca is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Monaca, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Monaca, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 2.44" (62mm) of snow.

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 Monaca have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Monaca have in December?

In Monaca, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Monaca, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Monaca, PA

Average pressure in December - Monaca, 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
Monaca, PA

Average wind speed in December - Monaca, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

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 (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Monaca, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Monaca, PA

Average rainfall in December - Monaca, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Monaca, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Monaca, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Monaca, PA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Monaca, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Monaca, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Monaca, 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 18min).

  • 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: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Monaca, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Monaca, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Monaca, PA

Average UV index in December - Monaca, 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
Monaca, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Monaca, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Monaca, PA

Average visibility in December - Monaca, 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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