December weather forecast
New Providence, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in New Providence, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.4°F (5.8°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

New Providence's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). During December, New Providence experiences an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In New Providence, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.5 rainfall days, and 28.74" (730mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In New Providence, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.3 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

In New Providence, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, in New Providence, the average high-temperature is 42.4°F (5.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated 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 December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in New Providence?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In New Providence, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
New Providence, PA

Average temperature in December - New Providence, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
New Providence, PA

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
New Providence, PA

Average wind speed in December - New Providence, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
New Providence, PA

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
New Providence, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
New Providence, PA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
New Providence, PA

Average snowfall in December - New Providence, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
New Providence, PA

Average snowfall days in December - New Providence, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
New Providence, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - New Providence, 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: 5h and 0min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
New Providence, PA

Average sunshine days in December - New Providence, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
New Providence, PA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
New Providence, PA

Average cloud cover in December - New Providence, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
New Providence, PA

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

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

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