December weather forecast
Skippack, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Skippack, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°F (-0.7°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout the month of December, Skippack sees a steady low-temperature average of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Skippack, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation. In Skippack, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.6 days and collects up to 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Skippack, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Skippack, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Skippack, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Skippack have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skippack have in December?

In Skippack, Pennsylvania, 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Skippack, PA

Average temperature in December - Skippack, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Skippack, PA

Average pressure in December - Skippack, 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
Skippack, PA

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

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
Skippack, PA

Average humidity in December - Skippack, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, October and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Skippack, PA

Average rainfall in December - Skippack, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Skippack, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Skippack, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Skippack, PA

Average snowfall in December - Skippack, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Skippack, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Skippack, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Skippack, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Skippack, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Skippack, PA

Average UV index in December - Skippack, 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
Skippack, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Skippack, 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
Skippack, PA

Average visibility in December - Skippack, 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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