December weather forecast
New Alexandria, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in New Alexandria, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a chilly 48°F (8.9°C) in November to an icy 38.8°F (3.8°C). During December, New Alexandria observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In New Alexandria, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Alexandria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.8 days and collects up to 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Alexandria, in December, during 11.8 snowfall days, 4.17" (106mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In New Alexandria, during the entire year, snow falls for 58.9 days and aggregates up to 18.62" (473mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In New Alexandria, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 1 leads to the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 38.8°F (3.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in July is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In New Alexandria, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In New Alexandria, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does New Alexandria have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In New Alexandria, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in New Alexandria, Pennsylvania.

How high is the UV index in December?

In New Alexandria, 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
New Alexandria, PA

Average temperature in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°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 (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average pressure in December - New Alexandria, 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
New Alexandria, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average humidity in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average rainfall days in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.96").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Alexandria, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7 days).

Average UV index in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average UV index in December - New Alexandria, 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
New Alexandria, PA

Average cloud cover in December - New Alexandria, 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 35).

Average visibility in December
New Alexandria, PA

Average visibility in December - New Alexandria, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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