December weather forecast
Rydal, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rydal, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.6°F (-0.2°C) and an average high of 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months in Rydal.

Rainfall

In Rydal, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 122.4 rainfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rydal, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and a low-temperature of 31.6°F (-0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Rydal, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rydal, Pennsylvania, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rydal, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rydal?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rydal have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Rydal?

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 reading in December?

In Rydal, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rydal, PA

Average temperature in December - Rydal, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Rydal, PA

Average pressure in December - Rydal, 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
Rydal, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rydal, PA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Rydal, PA

Average rainfall in December - Rydal, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Rydal, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Rydal, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rydal, PA

Average snowfall in December - Rydal, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rydal, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Rydal, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 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
Rydal, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rydal, 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 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rydal, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Rydal, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rydal, PA

Average UV index in December - Rydal, 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
Rydal, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Rydal, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rydal, PA

Average visibility in December - Rydal, 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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