December weather forecast
Plumsteadville, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Plumsteadville, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Nighttime temperature in Plumsteadville experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Plumsteadville, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated. In Plumsteadville, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) 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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Plumsteadville, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Plumsteadville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:44 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Plumsteadville have in December?

In Plumsteadville, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Plumsteadville, Pennsylvania, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average temperature in December - Plumsteadville, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average pressure in December - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average humidity in December - Plumsteadville, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average rainfall in December - Plumsteadville, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Plumsteadville, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average snowfall in December - Plumsteadville, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Plumsteadville, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Plumsteadville, 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: 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Plumsteadville, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average UV index in December - Plumsteadville, 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
Plumsteadville, PA

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Plumsteadville, PA

Average visibility in December - Plumsteadville, 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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