December weather forecast
Parkside, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Parkside, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Parkside's average high-temperature eases from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months in Parkside, Pennsylvania.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.4 rainfall days, and 25.94" (659mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Parkside, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.6 snowfall days, and 7.28" (185mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Parkside, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Parkside, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Parkside, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Parkside, during December, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Parkside, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parkside?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Parkside have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parkside have in December?

In Parkside, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Parkside, PA

Average temperature in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Parkside, PA

Average pressure in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.09"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Parkside, PA

Average wind speed in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Parkside, PA

Average humidity in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Parkside, PA

Average rainfall in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Parkside, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Parkside, PA

Average snowfall in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Parkside, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Parkside, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Parkside, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Parkside, PA

Average UV index in December - Parkside, 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
Parkside, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Parkside, PA

Average visibility in December - Parkside, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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