December weather forecast
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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oxford, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Oxford's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). During December, Oxford consistently records a temperature low averaging a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Oxford, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oxford, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.4 days and collects up to 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Oxford. In Oxford, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Oxford, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°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 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Oxford, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

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 Oxford have in December?

In Oxford, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
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Average temperature in December
Oxford, PA

Average temperature in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Oxford, PA

Average pressure in December - Oxford, 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
Oxford, PA

Average wind speed in December - Oxford, 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 month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Oxford, PA

Average humidity in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Oxford, PA

Average rainfall in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oxford, PA

Average snowfall in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oxford, PA

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Oxford, PA

Average UV index in December - Oxford, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Oxford, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Oxford, PA

Average visibility in December - Oxford, 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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