December weather forecast
Olwen Heights, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Olwen Heights, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average high of 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to a cold 35.6°F (2°C). Olwen Heights cools down to an average low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Olwen Heights, Pennsylvania.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Olwen Heights, there are 139.9 rainfall days, and 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Olwen Heights, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 48.4 snowfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 35.6°F (2°C) and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Olwen Heights, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Olwen Heights, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.21" (107mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Olwen Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Olwen Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Olwen Heights?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Olwen Heights, 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
Olwen Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Olwen Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Olwen Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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