December weather forecast
Orchard Hills, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Orchard Hills, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°F (-2.6°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C) to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). Orchard Hills reports an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Orchard Hills, Pennsylvania, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Orchard Hills, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 18.54" (471mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Orchard Hills, in December, during 9.1 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Orchard Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.9 days and aggregates up to 11.3" (287mm) 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 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Orchard Hills, records 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Orchard Hills, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Orchard Hills in December?

In Orchard Hills, during December, snow falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Orchard Hills, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Orchard Hills have in December?

In Orchard Hills, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average temperature in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average pressure in December - Orchard Hills, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average wind speed in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average humidity in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average rainfall in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average snowfall in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orchard Hills, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average UV index in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Orchard Hills, PA

Average visibility in December - Orchard Hills, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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