December weather forecast
Mount Washington, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Washington, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.4°F (4.1°C) and an average low of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C) to an icy 39.4°F (4.1°C). During December, Mount Washington experiences an average low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) at night.

Humidity

In Mount Washington, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Mount Washington, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 26.93" (684mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Mount Washington, in December, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Mount Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.7 days and aggregates up to 11.77" (299mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Mount Washington?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mount Washington are 39.4°F (4.1°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mount Washington, Pennsylvania, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mount Washington, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mount Washington, in December, during 10.3 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) 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 Mount Washington have in December?

In Mount Washington, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:03 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Washington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average temperature in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Washington, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average wind speed in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average humidity in December - Mount Washington, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average rainfall in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average snowfall in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Washington, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Washington, PA

Average UV index in December - Mount Washington, 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
Mount Washington, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Washington, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

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
Mount Washington, PA

Average visibility in December - Mount Washington, 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, February, March, May, September, October and December (5mi).

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