December weather forecast
Prospect Park, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Prospect Park's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). An average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Prospect Park, during December, the rain falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In Prospect Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142 days and collects up to 24.41" (620mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Prospect Park, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prospect Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.3 days and aggregates up to 6.18" (157mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min 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 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Prospect Park is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Prospect Park in December has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Prospect Park, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) 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 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Prospect Park have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prospect Park?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Prospect Park, 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prospect Park, PA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average pressure in December - Prospect Park, 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
Prospect Park, PA

Average wind speed in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average humidity in December - Prospect Park, 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
Prospect Park, PA

Average rainfall in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average snowfall in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Prospect Park, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prospect Park, 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
Prospect Park, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Prospect Park, PA

Average UV index in December - Prospect Park, 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
Prospect Park, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Prospect Park, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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
Prospect Park, PA

Average visibility in December - Prospect Park, 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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