December weather forecast
South Pottstown, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in South Pottstown, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°F (-1°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

South Pottstown's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C) in November to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). In the month of December, South Pottstown witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In South Pottstown, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation. In South Pottstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 27.87" (708mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In South Pottstown, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in South Pottstown, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 11.54" (293mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in South Pottstown is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In South Pottstown, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In South Pottstown, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) 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 South Pottstown have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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 reading in December?

In South Pottstown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average temperature in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average pressure in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.1"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
South Pottstown, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average humidity in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (75%).

Average rainfall in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average rainfall in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average rainfall days in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average snowfall in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average snowfall days in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
South Pottstown, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Pottstown, 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: 4h and 5min

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
South Pottstown, PA

Average sunshine days in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average UV index in December - South Pottstown, 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
South Pottstown, PA

Average cloud cover in December - South Pottstown, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
South Pottstown, PA

Average visibility in December - South Pottstown, 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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