December weather forecast
New Germantown, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in New Germantown, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). New Germantown observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In New Germantown, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In New Germantown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 28.03" (712mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Germantown, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In New Germantown, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.2 days and aggregates up to 15.31" (389mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in New Germantown. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in New Germantown?

An average high-temperature, in December, in New Germantown, is 40.8°F (4.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In New Germantown, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In New Germantown, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

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 Germantown have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Germantown, PA

Average temperature in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

Average pressure in December
New Germantown, PA

Average pressure in December - New Germantown, 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 Germantown, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
New Germantown, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
New Germantown, PA

Average rainfall in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
New Germantown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Germantown, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Germantown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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 Germantown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Germantown, 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 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Germantown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
New Germantown, PA

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

Average cloud cover in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
New Germantown, PA

Average visibility in December - New Germantown, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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