December weather forecast
Torrance, PA

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Torrance, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27°F (-2.8°C) and max 38.3°F (3.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a chilly 47.8°F (8.8°C) in November to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). In December, Torrance experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27°F (-2.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Torrance, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 183.4 rainfall days, and 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Torrance. In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 64.7 snowfall days, and 29.06" (738mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.3h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Torrance, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Torrance, is 38.3°F (3.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 27°F (-2.8°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Torrance, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 6.22" (158mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Torrance is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:00 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Torrance have in December?

In Torrance, Pennsylvania, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Torrance?

The month with the lowest UV index is 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 minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Torrance, PA

Average temperature in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Torrance, PA

Average pressure in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Torrance, PA

Average wind speed in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Torrance, PA

Average humidity in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Torrance, PA

Average rainfall in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Torrance, PA

Average rainfall days in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Torrance, PA

Average snowfall in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average snowfall in December: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (7.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Torrance, PA

Average snowfall days in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Torrance, 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: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Torrance, PA

Average sunshine days in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Torrance, PA

Average UV index in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Torrance, PA

Average cloud cover in December - Torrance, PA
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Torrance, PA

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

The month with the highest visibility is April (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (4mi).

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