December weather forecast
New Cumberland, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

In New Cumberland, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). New Cumberland records a consistent low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146 rainfall days, and 19.53" (496mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.2 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, New Cumberland experiences an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In New Cumberland, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In New Cumberland, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:51 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does New Cumberland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in New Cumberland is 4.7h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. 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 Cumberland, PA

Average temperature in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°F).

Average pressure in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average pressure in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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 Cumberland, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average humidity in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average rainfall in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and August (2.09").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average rainfall days in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Cumberland, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average UV index in December - New Cumberland, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (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
New Cumberland, PA

Average cloud cover in December - New Cumberland, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
New Cumberland, PA

Average visibility in December - New Cumberland, 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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