December weather forecast
New Derry, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in New Derry, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 48°F (8.9°C) in November to a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C). An average nighttime temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In New Derry, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.8 rainfall days, and 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Derry, in December, snow falls for 11.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.17" (106mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 58.9 snowfall days, and 18.62" (473mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:21 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 Derry, the average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In New Derry, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.8°F (3.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in July is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In New Derry, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in New Derry?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in New Derry?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 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 many hours of sunshine does New Derry have in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, 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 temperature in December
New Derry, PA

Average temperature in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average pressure in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average humidity in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average rainfall in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average rainfall days in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Derry, 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: 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 Derry, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December - New Derry, 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 Derry, PA

Average visibility in December - New Derry, 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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