December weather forecast
Mortonville, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mortonville, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Mortonville, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Mortonville, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Mortonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.3 days and collects up to 19.76" (502mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mortonville, Pennsylvania, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 7.64" (194mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Mortonville, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mortonville are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mortonville, in December, it is raining for 8.7 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mortonville, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) 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 Mortonville have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:48 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mortonville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mortonville, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Mortonville, PA

Average pressure in December - Mortonville, 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
Mortonville, PA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Mortonville, PA

Average humidity in December - Mortonville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Mortonville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Mortonville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Mortonville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Mortonville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mortonville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Mortonville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mortonville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Mortonville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mortonville, 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 4min

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
Mortonville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Mortonville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Mortonville, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Mortonville, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Mortonville, 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 33).

Average visibility in December
Mortonville, PA

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

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

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