December weather forecast
Sterlingworth, PA

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Sterlingworth, Pennsylvania, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December, Sterlingworth registers a consistent average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sterlingworth, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sterlingworth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.1 days and collects up to 27.24" (692mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sterlingworth, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.4 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sterlingworth, in December, it is raining for 9.2 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sterlingworth, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically 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 Sterlingworth have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:45 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Sterlingworth, PA

Average pressure in December - Sterlingworth, 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
Sterlingworth, PA

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

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
Sterlingworth, PA

Average humidity in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Sterlingworth, PA

Average rainfall in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Sterlingworth, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sterlingworth, PA

Average snowfall in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (4.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sterlingworth, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sterlingworth, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sterlingworth, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sterlingworth, PA

Average UV index in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Sterlingworth, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Sterlingworth, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Sterlingworth, PA

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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