December weather forecast
Saxonburg, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

Saxonburg's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a frosty 48.2°F (9°C) in November to an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Saxonburg is 85%.

Rainfall

In Saxonburg, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saxonburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Saxonburg, in December, during 14 snowfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 67 snowfall days, and 26.54" (674mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Saxonburg is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

Saxonburg in December has an average high-temperature of 38.3°F (3.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saxonburg, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 14 days. Throughout December, 4.88" (124mm) 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 Saxonburg have in December?

In Saxonburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:01 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saxonburg have in December?

In Saxonburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Saxonburg.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average temperature in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average pressure in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average wind speed in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average humidity in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average rainfall in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average snowfall in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.88"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.93").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saxonburg, 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: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average UV index in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Saxonburg, PA

Average visibility in December - Saxonburg, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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