December weather forecast
Swedeland, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Swedeland, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). In Swedeland, an average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Swedeland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Swedeland. Throughout December, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Swedeland, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Swedeland, is 42.6°F (5.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Swedeland, Pennsylvania, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2.6 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Swedeland?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Swedeland, the average day length in December is 9h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 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 long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Swedeland?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Swedeland, PA

Average temperature in December - Swedeland, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Swedeland, PA

Average pressure in December - Swedeland, 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
Swedeland, PA

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Swedeland, PA

Average humidity in December - Swedeland, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Swedeland, PA

Average rainfall in December - Swedeland, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Swedeland, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Swedeland, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Swedeland, PA

Average snowfall in December - Swedeland, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Swedeland, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Swedeland, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swedeland, 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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Swedeland, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Swedeland, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Swedeland, PA

Average UV index in December - Swedeland, 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
Swedeland, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Swedeland, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Swedeland, PA

Average visibility in December - Swedeland, 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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