December weather forecast
Newton Hamilton, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Newton Hamilton, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 38.8°F (3.8°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C) in November to a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C). Newton Hamilton observes an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Newton Hamilton, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Newton Hamilton, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.3 rainfall days, and 28.19" (716mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Newton Hamilton. In December, in Newton Hamilton, Pennsylvania, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. In Newton Hamilton, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.6 days and aggregates up to 17.91" (455mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures in Newton Hamilton vary between a high-temperature of 38.8°F (3.8°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Newton Hamilton?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Newton Hamilton, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Newton Hamilton, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Newton Hamilton.

How many hours of daylight does Newton Hamilton have in December?

In Newton Hamilton, 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 7:15 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average temperature in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.8°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 (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average pressure in December - Newton Hamilton, 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
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average wind speed in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average humidity in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average rainfall in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average snowfall in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 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
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newton Hamilton, 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: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average UV index in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Newton Hamilton, PA

Average visibility in December - Newton Hamilton, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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