December weather forecast
North Washington, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in North Washington, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.9°F (-3.4°C) and an average high of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C) in November to a cold 37.2°F (2.9°C). Throughout the December nights, North Washington encounters a low-temperature of 25.9°F (-3.4°C).

Humidity

In North Washington, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In North Washington, in December, during 8.2 rainfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In North Washington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.7 days and collects up to 15.43" (392mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In North Washington, in December, snow falls for 9.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.2 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 1 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in North Washington, Pennsylvania, during December are 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 25.9°F (-3.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

How much does it rain in December?

In North Washington, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 1.02" (26mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in North Washington, it is snowing for 9.5 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 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does North Washington have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 17min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Washington have in December?

In North Washington, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
North Washington, PA

Average temperature in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
North Washington, PA

Average pressure in December - North Washington, 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
North Washington, PA

Average wind speed in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
North Washington, PA

Average humidity in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July and August (78%).

Average rainfall in December
North Washington, PA

Average rainfall in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
North Washington, PA

Average rainfall days in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Washington, PA

Average snowfall in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Washington, PA

Average snowfall days in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
North Washington, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Washington, PA

Average sunshine days in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
North Washington, PA

Average UV index in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
North Washington, PA

Average cloud cover in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
North Washington, PA

Average visibility in December - North Washington, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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