December weather forecast
Pennhurst, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Pennhurst, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Pennhurst, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Pennhurst, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In Pennhurst, Pennsylvania, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Pennhurst. In Pennhurst, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow. In Pennhurst, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 11.54" (293mm) of snow.

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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Pennhurst, is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pennhurst, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pennhurst, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Pennhurst?

In Pennhurst, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Pennhurst, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pennhurst have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Pennhurst, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Pennhurst, PA

Average pressure in December - Pennhurst, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
Pennhurst, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Pennhurst, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Pennhurst, PA

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Pennhurst, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pennhurst, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pennhurst, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pennhurst, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pennhurst, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pennhurst, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Pennhurst, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pennhurst, 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: 4h and 5min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pennhurst, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pennhurst, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Pennhurst, PA

Average UV index in December - Pennhurst, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Pennhurst, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pennhurst, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Pennhurst, PA

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

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

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