December weather forecast
Pittsfield, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Pittsfield, Pennsylvania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and an average high of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) in November to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C). In the month of December, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Pittsfield is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pittsfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 21.81" (554mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 18.1 days and typically aggregates up to 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Pittsfield, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Pittsfield, 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 25.2°F (-3.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Pittsfield, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pittsfield, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Pittsfield. Snow falls for 18.1 days and accumulates 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Pittsfield, in December, snow falls for 18.1 days, with typically accumulated 6.77" (172mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pittsfield have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 4:56 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health 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 sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average temperature in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 34.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (57.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average pressure in December - Pittsfield, 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
Pittsfield, PA

Average wind speed in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average humidity in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average rainfall in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average snowfall in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.77").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average UV index in December - Pittsfield, 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
Pittsfield, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Pittsfield, PA

Average visibility in December - Pittsfield, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, August and December (4mi).

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