December weather forecast
Smiths Corner, PA

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Smiths Corner records an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Smiths Corner, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Smiths Corner, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Smiths Corner, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 snowfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

January through March, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Smiths Corner, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smiths Corner?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Smiths Corner, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Smiths Corner, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Smiths Corner, the average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When 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 Smiths Corner have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smiths Corner, PA

Average temperature in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average pressure in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average wind speed in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average humidity in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average rainfall in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average snowfall in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average UV index in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Smiths Corner, 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
Smiths Corner, PA

Average visibility in December - Smiths Corner, 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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