December weather forecast
Stephen Heights, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Stephen Heights, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.2°F (-3.8°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) in November to an icy 35.6°F (2°C). Stephen Heights records an average nighttime low of 25.2°F (-3.8°C) in December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Stephen Heights, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Stephen Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 22.28" (566mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Stephen Heights, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 4.21" (107mm) of snow. In Stephen Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 22.01" (559mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stephen Heights, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Stephen Heights experiences an average high-temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) and a low-temperature of 25.2°F (-3.8°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Stephen Heights, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Stephen Heights, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 4.21" (107mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Stephen Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:42 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stephen Heights have in December?

In Stephen Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average temperature in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average pressure in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.08"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average wind speed in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average humidity in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average rainfall in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and July (2.4").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average snowfall in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.21"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average UV index in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Stephen Heights, PA

Average visibility in December - Stephen Heights, PA
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).

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